Walter Moxon MD FRCP (27 June 1836 - 21 July 1886) was a prominent figure in the field of medicine.[1]
Early life
Walter Moxon was born in Midleton, Cork. He was the son of an inland revenue officer. Moxon left school at a young age but displayed an early interest in academia.[1]
Career
Moxon initially worked in a merchant's office in London while simultaneously pursuing his education to pass the university's matriculation.[1]
Due to his academic prowess at Guy's Hospital, Moxon earned the position of demonstrator of anatomy before his graduation in 1859. This role marked the beginning of a career dedicated to the study and teaching of medicine.[1][2]
In 1866, he was elected assistant physician at Guy's Hospital. Over the years, he lectured on various subjects, including comparative anatomy, pathology, materia medica, and, starting in 1882, medicine. He also served as an editor for the second edition of Wilks's Lectures on Pathological Anatomy in 1875.[1]
Legacy and contributions
In 1881, Moxon delivered the prestigious Croonian Lecture at the Royal College of Physicians.[1]
Moxon medal
In honour of Walter Moxon's contributions, the Moxon Medal was established at the Royal College of Physicians. This medal is awarded triennially, recognizing outstanding achievements in observation and research in clinical medicine.[1]
Walter Moxon's life and work remain integral to the history of medicine, and his legacy endures through the recognition of his peers and the enduring impact of the Moxon Medal.[1]
Personal life
In 1861, Moxon married the daughter of Robert Eckett. He passed away at Finsbury Circus, London, on 21 July 1886.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 "Walter Moxon". Royal College of Physicians website. Archived from the original on 22 Nov 2023. Retrieved 22 Nov 2023.
- ↑ Group, British Medical Journal Publishing (1886-07-31). "Walter Moxon". Br Med J. 2 (1335): 234–236. doi:10.1136/bmj.2.1335.234-b. ISSN 0007-1447.