Christopher Irvine (physician)

Christopher Irvine
Bornc.1620
Died1693
NationalityScottish
EducationUniversity of Edinburgh
Known forRoyal historiographer
Medical career
ProfessionPhysician and surgeon

Christopher Irvine of Bonshaw (c. 1620–1693) was a Scottish physician and surgeon who was the first medically qualified member of the Incorporation of Surgeons and Barbers of Edinburgh. A prolific author, he became historiographer to King Charles II and to King James II and VII.

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