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William Beaumont

physician

William Beaumont (November 21, 1785 – April 25, 1853) was a surgeon in the U.S. Army who became known as the "Father of Gastric Physiology" for his research on human digestion on Alexis St. Martin.

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American physician

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  1. William Beaumont dies

    William Beaumont physician, known for american physician, died on 1853-04-25. William Beaumont (November 21, 1785 – April 25, 1853) was a surgeon in the U.S.

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When was William Beaumont born?
William Beaumont was born on 1785-04-25.
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American physician
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William Beaumont was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including William Beaumont dies.
When did William Beaumont die?
William Beaumont died on 1853-01-01.

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