Alexander Russell Simpson
Scottish physician
Died aged 81United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Biography
Sir Alexander Russell Simpson FRCPE FRSE LLD (20 April 1835 – 6 April 1916) was a Scottish physician and Professor of Midwifery at the University of Edinburgh. He invented the axis-traction forceps also known as obstetrics forceps which assisted in childbirth and reducing pain.
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Career highlights
Employers / organisations
- University of Edinburgh
Family
Awards & honours (1)
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh
Quick answers about Alexander Russell Simpson
- How old was Alexander Russell Simpson?
- Alexander Russell Simpson died on 1916 at the age of 81.
- Where was Alexander Russell Simpson born?
- Alexander Russell Simpson was born in Bathgate.
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- Alexander Russell Simpson is a citizen of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
- What does Alexander Russell Simpson do?
- Alexander Russell Simpson is known as gynecologist, obstetrician, physician, educator.
- How many children did Alexander Russell Simpson have?
- Wikidata lists 2 children of Alexander Russell Simpson.
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