About John Simon
Lived 1816 – 1904 (aged 87). John Simon was a British physician, pathologist, surgeon and chief Medical Officer.
Sir John Simon (10 October 1816 – 23 July 1904) was an English pathologist, surgeon and public health officer. He was the first Chief Medical Officer for Her Majesty's Government from 1855 to 1876.
Biography John Simon was born in London to Louis Michael Simon, a stockbroker, and Mathilde (née Nonnet).
He married, in 1848, Jane O´Meara, daughter of Deputy Commissioner-General Matthew Delaval O´Meara. Lady Simon died aged 85 in London 19 August 1901.
Simon died on 23 July 1904 in London and was buried at Ladywell Cemetery in Lewisham.
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Who was John Simon?
British pathologist (1816–1904)
When was John Simon born?
John Simon was born on 10 October 1816 in London.
When did John Simon die?
John Simon died on 23 July 1904 in London.
What was John Simon's occupation?
John Simon was a physician, pathologist, surgeon and chief Medical Officer.
What nationality was John Simon?
John Simon was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Simon (pathologist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Simon. https://biography.guide/john-simon-physician/
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