1780 - 1844
John Abercrombie (physician) Scottish Doctor
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| First Name |
John
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| Last Name |
Abercrombie
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| Birthday |
12th October, 1780
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| Birthplace |
Aberdeen
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| Died |
14th November, 1844
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| Place of Death |
Edinburgh, Scotland
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| Zodiac Sign |
Libra
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| Nationality |
Scottish
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| Occupation Text |
Physician, philosopher
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| Occupation |
Doctor
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John Abercrombie FRSE FRCSE FRCPE (10 October 1780 – 14 November 1844) was a Scottish physician, author, philosopher and philanthropist. His Edinburgh practice became one of the most successful medical practices in Scotland. The Chambers Biographical Dictionary says of him that after James Gregory's death, he was "recognized as the first consulting physician in Scotland". As surgeon to
The Royal Public Dispensary and the New Town Dispensary he provided free medical care for the poor of the town and taught medical students and apprentices. He published extensively on medical topics and latterly on metaphysics morality and religion. A devout Christian he gave financial support to missionary work. Abercrombie was awarded the honorary degree of MD from the University of Oxford, was elected Rector of Marischal College and University, Aberdeen and appointed Physician to the King in Scotland.
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