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William Macewen Biography and Timeline

Follow William Macewen through 2 dated historical records for Great Britain.

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William Macewen, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records

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1879–1892Years on this page

1879

Successful Brain Tumour Removal

Surgeon · Glasgow · Science / Medicine

Successfully removes an intracranial tumour diagnosed from neurological signs at Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

1892

Regius Professor of Surgery

Professor of Surgery · Glasgow · Science / Medicine

Becomes Regius Professor of Surgery at the University of Glasgow.

Role range: 1892-1924

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