Ben Shlomo Lipman-Heilprin

Neurologist and physician in Israel

Ben Shlomo Lipman-Heilprin - Neurologist and physician in Israel
Born

1902
123 years ago

Died

September 26th, 1968
56 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Israel

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A Polish-Israeli neurologist and physician, Lipman-Heilprin specialized in neurology and made significant contributions to the field. After migrating to Israel, he became renowned for his clinical work and research, focusing on neurological disorders. His expertise was instrumental in advancing medical understanding of these conditions. Lipman-Heilprin served in various capacities within the medical community and contributed to academic advancements in neurology until his passing.

Pioneered research in neurology

Contributed to medical advancements in Israel

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