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Alois Epstein
1849-01-01 – 1918-01-01
Life & Legacy
Alois Epstein (1 January 1849 in Kamenice nad Lipou – 27 October 1918) was a Czech paediatrician of Jewish ancestry remembered for describing Epstein's pearls. He studied at the University of Prague, graduating M.D. in 1873. He worked as a physician in Prague, becoming privat-docent in paediatrics in 1880, and professor of paediatrics in 1884.
Occupation & Career
physician, pediatrician
Education
Charles University
Legacy Highlights
Employer
Charles University
Organizations & Memberships
German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina
Education & Institutions
Charles University
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q3499335 — wikidata View source
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