About Axel Westman
Lived 1894 – 1960 (aged 65). Axel Westman was a Swedish gynecologist and obstetrician, known for Obstetrics and gynaecology.
Professor Axel Westman (29 December 1894 – 29 May 1960) was a Swedish physician and one of the foremost specialists in obstetrics and gynaecology of the twentieth century.
In 1927, he was appointed lectureship in obstetrics and gynaecology at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm. He went on to hold lectureship posts at Lund University and Uppsala University.
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Who was Axel Westman?
Swedish obstetrician, gynecologist
When was Axel Westman born?
Axel Westman was born on 29 December 1894 in Stockholm, Hedvig Eleonora parish.
When did Axel Westman die?
Axel Westman died on 29 May 1960 in Oscar Parish.
What was Axel Westman's occupation?
Axel Westman was a gynecologist and obstetrician.
What was Axel Westman known for?
Axel Westman was known for Obstetrics and gynaecology.
What nationality was Axel Westman?
Axel Westman was Swedish.
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