Frederick Charles Pybus
Frederick Charles Pybus (1883–1975) was a renowned British surgeon, known for his significant contributions to the field of thoracic surgery. He was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, and was educated at the Durham University.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Frederick Charles Pybus was born on 7th April 1883 in Newcastle upon Tyne. He attended the Royal Grammar School, Newcastle, before going on to study medicine at Durham University. He graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in 1907.
Career[edit | edit source]
After his graduation, Pybus began his medical career at the Newcastle Royal Infirmary, where he worked under the guidance of eminent surgeons like Sir Arthur Sutherland. He developed a keen interest in thoracic surgery and made significant contributions to the field. He was appointed as a surgeon at the Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary in 1913.
During the First World War, Pybus served in the Royal Army Medical Corps and was stationed in France. His experiences during the war greatly influenced his surgical practice, particularly in the field of thoracic surgery.
In 1926, Pybus was appointed as the first Professor of Surgery at the University of Durham, a position he held until his retirement in 1948. During his tenure, he was instrumental in establishing the Newcastle Medical School.
Contributions to Medicine[edit | edit source]
Pybus is best known for his work in thoracic surgery. He was one of the pioneers in the use of pneumothorax technique for the treatment of tuberculosis. He also made significant contributions to the development of surgical techniques for the treatment of lung cancer.
Later Life and Death[edit | edit source]
After his retirement, Pybus continued to contribute to the medical field through his writings. He passed away on 30th June 1975.
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