Rigg, Joshua

Education

M.D. 6.10.1821 on testimonials signed by Thomas Blamire M.D.(Leyden) and Thomas Barnes M.D.(Edin.), Carlisle. Also George Bell, Edinburgh.

Birth/childhood

Born 13.6.1771 only child of Joshua Rigg, surgeon, Abbey of Holme, Cultram and Elizabeth Anderson. [Doctor]

Career

Studied Edinburgh University - medical student 1789-1791.

Practised (1) Abbey of Holme (2) Wigton, Cumberland 1808-1821 (3) Woodrow near Wigton. [Doctor]

Death

Died 10.11.1854.

Sources

  • Med. Dir. Scotland 1855