José Gregorio Hernández
Venezuelan physician and educator
Born
1864
161 years ago
Died
June 29th, 1919
106 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Venezuela
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Contributed significantly to the field of medicine in Venezuela, emphasizing public health and medical education. Established a medical school and advocated for public health reforms. Played a key role in curing infectious diseases prevalent in the region. Engaged in charitable work, focusing on healthcare for the underprivileged and promoting education. His legacy continues to influence the medical community in Venezuela and Latin America.
Founded a medical school in Venezuela
Promoted public health reforms in Venezuela
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