Mary Stults Sherman was an American orthopedic surgeon and cancer researcher active during the mid-twentieth century. Throughout her medical career, she was affiliated with major institutions, including the University of Chicago and the Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans. Her work in these roles centered on orthopedic medicine and cancer research, contributing to the scientific community.
Sherman's career was cut short by her death on July 21, 1964. Her murder remained unsolved, which later fueled substantial public interest and speculation. Over time, the unresolved circumstances of her death became entangled with various conspiracy theories, particularly those concerning the assassination of United States President John F. Kennedy.
