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. 2017 Nov;25(4):222-226.
doi: 10.1177/0967772014525100. Epub 2015 Dec 7.

Thomas Hodgkin (1798-1866)

Emily Wells  1
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Thomas Hodgkin (1798-1866)

Emily Wells. J Med Biogr. 2017 Nov.

Abstract

Thomas Hodgkin was a diligent, selfless and benevolent man whose name is instantly recognisable in the medical field due to his description of a type of the lymphoma that is named after him, 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma'. Based at Guy's Hospital, London, he created a vast catalogue of specimens in their Medical Museum and facilitated teaching at the establishment. He was dedicated to education, public health and social reform in the 19th century.

Keywords: Hodgkin’s Lymphoma; Medical biography; Thomas Hodgkin.

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