Everard Home
Everard Home (1756–1832) was a British surgeon who made significant contributions to the field of medicine. He was a student of the famous surgeon John Hunter, and later became his brother-in-law. Home is best known for his work on comparative anatomy and his studies on the function of the lymphatic system.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Everard Home was born on 6 May 1756 in Kingston upon Hull, England. He was the youngest son of a large family. His father, Robert Boyne Home, was a physician. Home was educated at Westminster School and later studied medicine under the guidance of his elder brother, Anthony Home, at St George's Hospital, London.
Career[edit | edit source]
In 1776, Home joined the army as a surgeon's mate. He served in the American War of Independence. After the war, he returned to London and began working with John Hunter. Home assisted Hunter in his research and also helped him in organizing his museum.
In 1793, Home was appointed as a surgeon at St George's Hospital. He held this position until his retirement in 1827. During his tenure, he made several important discoveries in the field of anatomy and surgery. He was also elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1797.
Contributions to Medicine[edit | edit source]
Home's most significant contribution to medicine was his work on the lymphatic system. He discovered that the lymphatic system is not a separate system, but a part of the circulatory system. This discovery helped in understanding the function of the lymphatic system and its role in the immune response.
Home also made important contributions to comparative anatomy. He studied the anatomy of various animals and compared it with human anatomy. His studies helped in understanding the similarities and differences between the anatomy of different species.
Later Life and Death[edit | edit source]
Home retired from St George's Hospital in 1827. After his retirement, he continued his research and writing. He died on 31 August 1832 in London.
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