Ramón Carrillo
Argentinian neurologist and physician
Born
1906
119 years ago
Died
December 20th, 1956
68 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Argentina
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Contributed significantly to the field of neurology and public health in Argentina. Served as the first Minister of Health of the country. Focused on improving mental health care and established various healthcare programs. Advocated for accessible healthcare and modernization of medical practices in Argentina.
Served as the first Minister of Health of Argentina
Established the Argentine School of Neurology
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