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William Bowman (1816- 1892) English anatomist, surgeon and ophthalmologist, born at Nantwich, Cheshire. Cartoon in the Fancy Portraits series from Punch. (London, 12 January 1884)
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William Bowman (1816- 1892) English anatomist, surgeon and ophthalmologist, born at Nantwich, Cheshire. Cartoon in the Fancy Portraits series from Punch. (London, 12 January 1884)
542173 William Bowman (1816- 1892) English anatomist, surgeon and ophthalmologist, born at Nantwich, Cheshire. Cartoon in the Fancy Portraits series from Punch. (London, 12 January 1884).; (add.info.: After five years at Birmingham General Hospital, in 1837 he moved to Kings College Hospital, London. In the early 1840s he published papers on the structure and function of the kidneys. In 1846 he joined Moorfields Ophthalmic Hospital, London, and became an authority on the eye and the leading ophthalmic surgeon. Fellow of the Royal Society, 1841. First president of the Ophthalmological Society, 1880. Created Baron, 1884. ); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This satirical cartoon from the Fancy Portraits series in Punch magazine depicts William Bowman, a prominent English anatomist, surgeon, and ophthalmologist born in Nantwich, Cheshire. Known for his groundbreaking work on the structure and function of the kidneys, Bowman's contributions to medicine were widely recognized during his time.
After five years at Birmingham General Hospital, Bowman moved to Kings College Hospital in London where he continued to publish influential papers on various medical topics. In 1846, he joined Moorfields Ophthalmic Hospital and became a leading authority on eye health and surgery.
Bowman's expertise earned him prestigious accolades such as being elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1841 and becoming the first president of the Ophthalmological Society in 1880. His dedication to advancing medical knowledge was further honored when he was created a Baron in 1884.
This caricature captures Bowman's esteemed reputation within the medical community while also showcasing his sense of humor and humility. It serves as a reminder of his lasting impact on the field of medicine and highlights his legacy as one of England's most distinguished physicians.
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