James Parkinson

English surgeon and paleontologist

James Parkinson - English surgeon and paleontologist
Born

April 11th, 1755
269 years ago

Died

December 21st, 1824
200 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

England

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A surgeon, geologist, and paleontologist contributed significantly to the field of medicine and geology. Established a pioneering understanding of various medical conditions and their treatments. Published works on geology and paleontology, including significant research on fossils. Recognized for identifying and describing the condition later named Parkinson's disease in 1817.

Described Parkinson's disease in 1817

Published 'Essay on the Shaking Palsy'

Conducted research on fossils

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