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Bell, Sir Charles

1774-1842

Charles Bell was born in Edinburgh. He became skilled at anatomy and surgery and was a pioneer in the field of neurology. 'Bell's palsy' is one of the neurological conditions that he discovered. He also made a comprehensive study of gunshot wounds, while treating soldiers during the Napoleonic wars. He was appointed Professor of Surgery at Edinburgh in 1836.

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