Francis M'Evoy facts for kids
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Francis M'Evoy was an important surgeon in Ireland. He was born on July 17, 1751. He became the president of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) three times: in 1791, 1804, and 1807. He was known for his great skill as a doctor.
Growing Up: Francis M'Evoy's Early Years
Francis M'Evoy was born in a place called Dring, near Granard in County Longford, Ireland. His birthday was July 17, 1751. His father, Edward M'Evoy, was a gentleman farmer. This means he owned and worked his own land. The M'Evoy family had lost some of their property a long time ago. This happened because it was hard for Roman Catholics to keep their land back then.
Francis went to a small school near Corbetstown for his first lessons. Later, he studied to become a surgeon. He trained partly in Dublin, but mostly at the famous University of Edinburgh in Scotland.
M'Evoy's Busy Medical Career
After finishing his studies, M'Evoy moved to Dublin. In 1775, he became a surgeon at the Charitable Infirmary, a hospital on Inns Quay. Because he was so good at his job, he quickly became very busy. He earned a lot of money and bought land in County Longford and County Westmeath. He married Anne Fetherston-Haugh, who was from Bracklyn Castle in County Westmeath.
M'Evoy held important positions as a surgeon at the Charitable Infirmary and the Lock Hospital. He played a big part in moving the Charitable Infirmary from Inns Quay to Jervis Street. A marble statue of M'Evoy was placed in the hospital to remember his hard work there.
M'Evoy was very kind to his patients, especially those from Longford. He also made it a rule never to charge a fee to any clergyman. Some people said he could be a bit hot-tempered. But everyone, even his rivals, agreed he was an amazing surgeon.
One time, a student at the Lock Hospital played a trick on him. The student was a good artist. He drew a colorful picture of M'Evoy in M'Evoy's own prescription book. When M'Evoy opened the book in front of his class, he saw his portrait. Below it were the words Fieri Facias written in big letters.
Later Life and Passing
For many years, M'Evoy lived at 9 North Earl Street. Later, he moved to Abbey Street, where he passed away. It is believed that his sadness over the early death of his only son, Edward, made him ill. Edward was a student at Trinity College. Francis M'Evoy, his wife, and his son are all buried in the old churchyard at Killough, County Westmeath.
