About Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst
Lived 1876 – 1932 (aged 56). Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst was an American surgeon.
Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst (August 21, 1876 – September 19, 1932) was an American surgeon and medical historian. In 1905, as a young surgeon, he observed Peter Freyer perform a suprapubic prostatectomy in London. He later co-authored the Textbook on Surgery with John B. Deaver.
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Who was Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst?
American surgeon
When was Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst born?
Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst was born on 21 August 1876 in Philadelphia.
When did Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst die?
Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst died on 19 September 1932 in Philadelphia.
What was Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst's occupation?
Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst was a surgeon.
What nationality was Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst?
Astley Paston Cooper Ashhurst was American.
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