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Berkeley Moynihan blue plaque

Blue plaque
Berkeley Moynihan blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Sir Berkeley Moynihan (1865-1936) Inspirational teacher and pioneer in abdominal surgery had his consulting rooms here from 1893-1930. He introduced the wearing of rubber gloves, and prized 'caressing the tissues' rather than speed in surgery. President of the Royal College of Surgeons 1926-31. Ennobled 1929 Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.
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Sir Lord Berkeley Moynihan KCMG was a pioneering surgeon known for innovations such as introducing rubber gloves and emphasizing gentle surgical techniques, significantly influencing modern surgical practices; he served as President of the Royal College of Surgeons from 1926-31 and was ennobled in 1929.

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