Family Father
Karl Theodor Billroth
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q77242 · wikidata
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Theodor Billroth
1829-04-26 – 1894-02-06
Life & Legacy
Christian Albert Theodor Billroth (26 April 1829 – 6 February 1894) was one of the most eminent surgeons of the 19th century, with his main contributions in gastrectomy, laryngectomy and anatomical pathology and is generally regarded as the founding father of modern abdominal surgery.
As early as 1874 he discovered the bacteriostatic effects of penicillium, which makes him the primary discoverer of penicillin.
He was a close friend and confidant of Johannes Brahms, a leading patron of the Viennese musical scene, and one of the first to attempt a scientific analysis of musicality.
Occupation & Career
physician, surgeon, professor, pianist
Education
University of Greifswald; University of Göttingen; University of Berlin; Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Legacy Highlights
Employer
Charité · University of Vienna · University of Zurich
Organizations & Memberships
German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina · Royal Academy of Medicine of Belgium · Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences · University singers and bards of Vienna
Education & Institutions
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin · University of Berlin · University of Göttingen · University of Greifswald
Verified Legacy Record
Family Mother
Christine Billroth
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q77242 · wikidata
Family Spouse
Christel Michaelis
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q77242 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q77242 — wikidata View source
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