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This black commemorative plaque records: In honour of Sir Robert Sibbald 1641-1722. Graduate of the University, Professor of Medicine (1685-1722), founder of The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. Recorded plaque organisation: The University of Edinburgh.

From the Open Plaques record 51136

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