James Paget
Surgeon and pathologist, Paget's disease
Born
Died
1899
127 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
England
Links & References
Contributed significantly to the field of surgery and pathology. Described several medical conditions, including Paget's disease of bone, which involves abnormal growth of bones. Held the position of surgeon at St. Bartholomew's Hospital in London, where influential work on the relationship between pathology and surgery was conducted. Instrumental in the establishment of modern surgical practices and pathology, enhancing the understanding of various diseases.
Described Paget's disease of bone
Published work on the surgical treatment of tumors
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