William Hunter (anatomist)
William Hunter | |
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Portrait by Allan Ramsay | |
| Born | 23 May 1718 |
| Died | 30 March 1783 (aged 64) |
| Nationality | British |
| Alma mater | University of Glasgow University of Edinburgh |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Anatomy, Obstetrics |
William Hunter FRS (23 May 1718 – 30 March 1783) was a Scottish anatomist and physician. He was a leading teacher of anatomy, and the outstanding obstetrician of his day. His guidance and training of his equally famous brother, John Hunter, was also of great importance.