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The late Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie, Bart. Serjeant-Surgeon to the Queen, etc. 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The late Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie, Bart. Serjeant-Surgeon to the Queen, etc. 1862. Creator: Unknown
The late Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie, Bart. Serjeant-Surgeon to the Queen, etc. 1862. On passing as a surgeon in 1805, Brodie became an assistant to Sir Everard Home, and gave lectures on anatomy at St. George's Hospital...Brodie was appointed Professor of Anatomy and Surgery in the Royal College of Surgeons in 1819...He was in surgical attendance on George IV. in his last illness, and he was, in 1832, appointed Serjeant-Surgeon to King William IV...He was subsequently appointed Surgeon to the Prince Consort, and Serjeant-Surgeon to her present Majesty [Queen Victoria]...The practice of Sir Benjamin Brodie had during all these years become so enormous that his whole existence may be said to have been employed in the removal or alleviation of human suffering. He was, too, a most highminded and generous practitioner, and was ever as ready to serve the poor who could not pay him as the rich who did. Sir Benjamin's written contributions to medical science wero extremely numerous. His "Hunterian Oration" of 1837 was greatly admired. One of his last essays was on tobacco-smoking, touching which he gave a moderate opinion, though insisting that with young persons it led to neuralgia and amaurosis [vision loss or weakness]'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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great photograph showcasing the late Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie, Bart. (Baronet), a renowned and esteemed Serjeant-Surgeon to the Queen and various other distinguished titles during the 19th century. The image captures Sir Benjamin in his later years, with a distinguished and wise expression, reflecting his vast experience and dedication to the medical field. Brodie's impressive medical career began in 1805 when he passed as a surgeon and became an assistant to Sir Everard Home. He went on to give lectures on anatomy at St. George's Hospital. In 1819, Brodie was appointed Professor of Anatomy and Surgery in the Royal College of Surgeons. His reputation continued to grow, and he was appointed Surgeon to King George IV in his final illness, and later, in 1832, he became Serjeant-Surgeon to King William IV. He was also appointed Surgeon to the Prince Consort and Serjeant-Surgeon to Queen Victoria. Despite his busy practice, which had become so enormous that it consumed his entire existence, Sir Benjamin remained a compassionate and generous practitioner. He was known for his willingness to serve the poor, regardless of their inability to pay. Sir Benjamin's written contributions to medical science were also extensive. His Hunterian Oration of 1837 was highly regarded, and one of his last essays focused on the topic of tobacco-smoking. Although he held a moderate opinion on the matter, he emphasized the potential health risks, particularly for young people, who could experience neuralgia and amaurosis (vision loss or weakness) as a result. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie's remarkable legacy in the medical field and his unwavering commitment to alleviating human suffering.
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