James Spence (surgeon)
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James Spence was a Scottish surgeon.
In 1864, he became Edinburgh chair of systematic surgery.
He published Lectues on Surgery in 1871.
The Tail of Spence
is named after him.
In 1864, he became Edinburgh chair of systematic surgery.
He published Lectues on Surgery in 1871.
The Tail of Spence
Tail of Spence
The Tail of Spence is an extension of the tissue of the Breast which extends into the axilla.It is named for James Spence.-External links:*...
is named after him.
See also
- List of alumni of the Royal High School (Edinburgh)
- Royal College of Surgeons of EdinburghRoyal College of Surgeons of EdinburghThe Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an organisation dedicated to the pursuit of excellence and advancement in surgical practice, through its interest in education, training and examinations, its liaison with external medical bodies and representation of the modern surgical workforce...