Walter Langdon-Brown
Walter Langdon-Brown
Walter Langdon-Brown (1870-1946) was a renowned British physician and medical educator. He was known for his significant contributions to the field of medicine, particularly in the areas of clinical medicine and medical education.
Pronunciation
Walter Langdon-Brown: /ˈwɔːltər ˈlæŋdən braʊn/
Etymology
The name "Walter" is of Germanic origin, meaning "ruler of the army". "Langdon" is an English surname derived from a place name, meaning "long hill". "Brown" is a common English surname, originally denoting a person with brown hair or complexion.
Biography
Walter Langdon-Brown was born in 1870. He studied medicine at Cambridge University, where he later became a professor. He was known for his innovative teaching methods and his dedication to improving the quality of medical education. He also made significant contributions to the field of clinical medicine, particularly in the areas of cardiology and neurology. He passed away in 1946.
Related Terms
- Physician: A medical professional who practices medicine, which is concerned with promoting, maintaining, or restoring health through the study, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of disease, injury, and other physical and mental impairments.
- Medical educator: A professional who is involved in the education and training of medical students and other healthcare professionals.
- Clinical medicine: The field of medicine that involves the direct observation and treatment of patients.
- Medical education: The education related to the practice of being a medical practitioner, either the initial training to become a physician or further training thereafter.
- Cardiology: The branch of medicine that deals with diseases and abnormalities of the heart.
- Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Walter Langdon-Brown
- Wikipedia's article - Walter Langdon-Brown
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