William Hunter (May 23, 1718 - March 30, 1783) was a Scottish anatomist and physician. Hunter became resident pupil to William Smellie and he was trained in anatomy at St George's Hospital, London, specializing in obstetrics. His courtly manners and sensible judgement helped him to advance until he became the leading obstetric consultant of London. To orthopedic surgeons he is famous for his studies on bone and cartilage.

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William Hunter, Scottish Anatomist

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