William Hunter

Physician, Academic

1718 – 1783

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Who was William Hunter?

William Hunter FRS was a Scottish anatomist and physician. He was a leading teacher of anatomy, and the outstanding obstetrician of his day. His guidance and training of his ultimately more famous brother, John Hunter, was also of great importance.

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Born
May 23, 1718
East Kilbride
Also known as
  • Хантер, Уильям
Siblings
Nationality
  • Scotland
Profession
Education
  • University of Glasgow
  • St George's, University of London
  • University of Edinburgh
Died
Mar 30, 1783
London
Resting place
St James's Church, Piccadilly

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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