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John Abernethy
British surgeon.
Life and work
The story behind the role.
British surgeon.
John Abernethy (3 April 1764 – 20 April 1831) was an English surgeon. He is popularly remembered for having given his name to the Abernethy biscuit, a coarse-meal baked good meant to aid digestion.
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Achievements and distinctions
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British surgeon.
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Fellow of the Royal Society
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Croonian Medal and Lecture
Career and education
Memberships
Royal Society of London · Royal College of Surgeons of England · Medical and Chirurgical Society of London
Leadership and official positions
President of the Royal College of Surgeons of England · president
Education
Wolverhampton Grammar School · Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry
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