About John Dalrymple
Lived 1803 – 1852 (aged 48–49). John Dalrymple was a British ophthalmologist and physician, known for Bence Jones protein and Dalrymple's sign.
John Dalrymple FRS (17 April 1804 – 2 May 1852) In 1827 he graduated from the University of Edinburgh, and subsequently became an eye surgeon at the Royal London Ophthalmic Hospital.
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Who was John Dalrymple?
British ophthalmologist (1803–1852)
When was John Dalrymple born?
John Dalrymple was born in 1803 in Norwich.
When did John Dalrymple die?
John Dalrymple died on 2 May 1852 in London.
What was John Dalrymple's occupation?
John Dalrymple was an ophthalmologist and physician.
What was John Dalrymple known for?
John Dalrymple was known for Bence Jones protein and Dalrymple's sign.
What nationality was John Dalrymple?
John Dalrymple was British.
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· DBpedia: John Dalrymple (physician)
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