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Richard Bright

British pathologist (1789-1858) · Doctors · Died at 69

Richard Bright was an English physician and early pioneer in the research of kidney disease. He is particularly known for his description of Bright's disease.

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Awards

Fellow of the Royal Society
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London
Goulstonian Lectures
Montyon Science Award

About this person

Category
Doctors
Type
Doctor
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1789 to 1858 · aged 69