James Young Simpson

Sir James Young Simpson, (June 7, 1811 born in Bathgate, West Lothian, died May 6, 1870), professor of midwifery at the University of Edinburgh and physician to Queen Victoria, was a pioneer in Victorian medicine.

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June 7 - 1811 - Bathgate - West Lothian - May 6 - 1870 - University of Edinburgh - Physician - Queen Victoria - Victorian - Medicine

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He discovered the anaesthetic properties of chloroform and ? against medical and religious opposition ? successfully introduced it for general medical use.

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Anaesthetic - Chloroform

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