What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: William Hey's House This impressive Georgian townhouse was built for William Hey (1736-1819) one of the founders and later Chief Surgeon of Leeds General Infirmary. For 50 years Hey was in the front rank of British surgeons. Architect: Thomas Johnson Erected 1794-5 Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.
William Hey (1736-1819) was a prominent surgeon and one of the founders of Leeds General Infirmary, known for his pioneering work in surgery and medical education over five decades.
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