Alexander Monro III

Alexander Monro III

Portrait of Alexander Monro III

Alexander Monro III (5 November 1773 – 10 March 1859), also known as Alexander Monro tertius, was a Scottish physician and anatomist. He was the third in a line of distinguished anatomists at the University of Edinburgh, following his father Alexander Monro II and grandfather Alexander Monro I.

Early Life and Education

Alexander Monro III was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, into the prominent Monro family. He was educated at the Royal High School, Edinburgh and later attended the University of Edinburgh, where he studied medicine. Monro completed his medical degree in 1797, continuing the family tradition of excellence in the field of anatomy.

Career

Monro succeeded his father as the Professor of Anatomy at the University of Edinburgh in 1800. His tenure was marked by a decline in the reputation of the anatomy department, largely due to his lack of innovation and the overshadowing legacy of his predecessors. Despite this, Monro was a respected figure in the medical community and contributed to the education of many students.

Contributions to Medicine

Monro's contributions to medicine were primarily in the field of anatomy. He published several works, including "Outlines of the Anatomy of the Human Body". However, his work was often criticized for being derivative of his father's teachings.

Personal Life

Monro married Maria Agnes Carmichael, and they had several children. He lived at 1 Great Stuart Street, Edinburgh, a notable address in the city.

1 Great Stuart Street, Edinburgh

Death and Legacy

Alexander Monro III died on 10 March 1859 and was buried in Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh. His grave is marked by a distinctive headstone, and his coat of arms is displayed nearby.

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  The grave of Alexander Monro III in Dean Cemetery
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  Portrait by J.W. Gordon
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  The coat of arms of Alexander Monro in Dean Cemetery
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  Henry Monro's Headstone

Related Pages

• Alexander Monro I
• Alexander Monro II
• University of Edinburgh
• Dean Cemetery

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  Portrait of Alexander Monro III
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  The grave of Alexander Monro III, Dean Cemetery
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  Alexander Monro III by J.W. Gordon
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  The coat of arms of Alexander Monro, Dean Cemetery
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  1 Great Stuart Street, Edinburgh
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  Henry Monro's Headstone