About Antoni de Gimbernat
Lived 1734 – 1816 (aged 81–82). Antoni de Gimbernat was a Spanish anatomist, surgeon and physician.
Don Antonio de Gimbernat y Arbós (1734–1816) was a Spanish surgeon and anatomist. He is known for laying the groundwork for modern techniques of inguinal hernia repair. He also described in detail the anatomy of the inguinal and femoral regions of the human body.
The lacunar ligament is named after Antonio de Gimbernat.
Gimbernat was born in Cambrils, (Tarragona), and died in Madrid. His son Don Antonio Gimbernat FRSE (1765-1834) closely followed in his footsteps and was First Surgeon to the King of Spain.
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Who was Antoni de Gimbernat?
Spanish surgeon and anatomist (1734-1816)
When was Antoni de Gimbernat born?
Antoni de Gimbernat was born in 1734 in Cambrils.
When did Antoni de Gimbernat die?
Antoni de Gimbernat died on 17 November 1816 in Madrid.
What was Antoni de Gimbernat's occupation?
Antoni de Gimbernat was an anatomist, surgeon and physician.
What nationality was Antoni de Gimbernat?
Antoni de Gimbernat was Spanish.
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· Wikipedia: Antoni de Gimbernat
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Antoni de Gimbernat. https://biography.guide/antoni-de-gimbernat/
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