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“This is all very fine, but it won't do-Anatomy-botany-Nonsense! Sir, I know an old woman in Covent Garden, who understands botany better, and as for anatomy, my butcher can dissect a joint full as well; no, young man, all that is stuff; you must go to the bedside, it is there alone you can learn disease! Comment to Hans Sloane on Robert Boyle's letter of introduction describing Sloane as a 'ripe scholar, a good botanist, a skilful anatomist'.”

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Thomas Sydenham
Thomas Sydenham

Thomas Sydenham, a renowned British physician, was born on September 10, 1624, in London, and died on December 29, 1689. He is considered one of the most important doctors in the history of British medicine, known for his contributions to medical practice and theory. more

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