About William E. Ashton
Lived 1859 – 1933 (aged 73). William E. Ashton was an American gynecologist.
William Easterly Ashton (June 5, 1859 – March 30, 1933) was a noted gynecologist and surgeon. He also served in the United States Army as a regimental surgeon during World War I.
Early life and education Ashton was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 5, 1859, to Samuel Keen and Caroline M. Ashton. His brother is Thomas G. Ashton.
He attended the University of Pennsylvania and graduated as a Doctor of Medicine in 1881.
Death and legacy Ashton died from pneumonia at his home in Philadelphia on March 30, 1933.
Publications Ashton, William Easterly. Questions and Answers on the Essentials of Obstetrics; Prepared Especially for Students of Medicine. Philadelphia: Saunders, 1888. Ashton, William Easterly. A Text-Book on the Practice of Gynecology for Practitioners and Students. Philadelphia: Saunders, 1905.
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Who was William E. Ashton?
American gynecologist and surgeon (1859–1933)
When was William E. Ashton born?
William E. Ashton was born on 5 June 1859 in Philadelphia.
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William E. Ashton died on 30 March 1933 in Philadelphia.
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William E. Ashton was a gynecologist.
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William E. Ashton was American.
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