French, John Denton Pinkstone

Education

M.D. 6.8.1814 on testimonials signed by Thomas Vage M.D., surgeon to Northampton Militia at Edinburgh and David Aird M.D., Stirling, also George Pearson M.D., F.R.S.

Birth/childhood

Born c. 1777.

Served apprenticeship to his father, an ex-navy surgeon in London. [Doctor]

Career

Served apprenticeship to his father, an ex-navy surgeon in London. Studied London 1794-1795 and occasionally thereafter until 1800. Passed exam at College of Surgeons and was assistant surgeon to Royal Naval hospital Deal for 2 years. Then for 12 years assistant surgeon to Northampton Regiment. [Doctor, surgeon]

Death

Died 16.7.1833 at Calais aged 56.

Sources

  • Gentleman's Magazine 1833 ii 286, 1848 ii 552