Commemorative plaque 56000

This blue commemorative plaque records: The birthplace of Sir Frederick Treves BART CB, GCVO, FRCS who lived from 1853 till 1923. Professor of Pathology and Anatomy, pioneer of Appendicectomy at the London Hospital and founder member of the Red Cross. As Sergeant Surgeon to King Edward VII, he saved the King's life from Appendicitis six weeks prior to the Coronation. His compassionate rescue of 'The Elephant Man' from a squalid sideshow enabled him to draw attention to Merrick's plight through lectures and to find Merrick a permanent home. He returned to Dorchester in 1905 and became an eminent writer and traveller. Recorded plaque organisation: Dorchester Heritage Committee.

Sir Frederick Treves was a prominent British surgeon, known for pioneering appendicectomy techniques and saving King Edward VII’s life from appendicitis before his coronation. His compassionate treatment of Joseph Merrick, known as the Elephant Man, significantly improved Merrick's quality of life and raised public awareness about his condition.