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“The mind likes a strange idea as little as the body likes a strange protein and resists it with similar energy. It would not perhaps be too fanciful to say that a new idea is the most quickly acting antigen known to science.”

Quote by Wilfred Trotter

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Wilfred Trotter

Wilfred Trotter was a renowned British surgeon. Born on November 3, 1872, and passing away on November 25, 1939, Trotter is known for his contributions to vascular surgery, particularly in the treatment of vascular diseases. more

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