John Langdon Down
John Langdon Haydon Down (18 November 1828 – 7 October 1896) was a British physician. He was best known for his description of the genetic condition now known as Down syndrome, which he originally discovered in 1862.[1]
John Langdon Down | |
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_by_Sydney_Hodges.jpg.webp) Portrait of Down | |
| Born | John Langdon Haydon Down 18 November 1828 Torpoint, Cornwall, UK |
| Died | 7 October 1896 (aged 67) Teddington, Middlesex, UK |
| Occupation | Medical doctor |
| Known for | First to describe Down syndrome |
| Children | 4 Everleigh, Lilian, Reginald and Percival |
References
- "Munks Roll Details for John Langdon Haydon Langdon-Down". munksroll.rcplondon.ac.uk.
Other websites
- Langdon Down Centre, Normansfield, Middlesex
- Londonist Discovers Normansfield Hospital Entertainment Hall
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