Henry Turner
American endocrinologist
About Henry Turner
Lived 1892 – 1970 (aged 77). Henry Turner was an American endocrinologist, known for Turner syndrome.
Henry Hubert Turner (August 28, 1892 – August 4, 1970) was an American endocrinologist, noted for his published description of Turner syndrome in 1938 at the annual meeting of the Association for the Study of Internal Secretions. He served as chief of endocrinology and as associate dean of the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine from 1924.
Turner was born in Harrisburg, Illinois. He received his medical education at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, graduating in 1921. He died in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1970, 24 days before his 78th birthday.
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Who was Henry Turner?
American endocrinologist (1892-1970)
When was Henry Turner born?
Henry Turner was born on 28 August 1892 in Harrisburg.
When did Henry Turner die?
Henry Turner died on 4 August 1970 in Oklahoma City.
What was Henry Turner's occupation?
Henry Turner was an endocrinologist.
What was Henry Turner known for?
Henry Turner was known for Turner syndrome.
What nationality was Henry Turner?
Henry Turner was American.
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