Richard Bartlot facts for kids

Richard Bartlot (born 1471 – died 1557) was an important English doctor, also known as a physician. He played a big role in the early days of medical education in England.

A Young Scholar at Oxford

Richard Bartlot started his journey in medicine at All Souls' College, Oxford, which is a famous college at Oxford University. He was a "fellow" there, which means he was a senior member of the college, often a researcher or teacher.

Earning His Medical Degrees

Bartlot worked hard to become a doctor.

• In 1501, he earned his first medical degree, called a Bachelor of Medicine (M.B.).
• By 1508, he was ready for an even higher degree, the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.). These degrees showed he had studied medicine deeply.

A Leader in Medicine

Richard Bartlot was a very respected doctor. He was one of the first members of the Royal College of Physicians. This college was founded in 1518 to set standards for doctors and improve medical care in England.

Becoming President

Bartlot was so well-regarded that he became the president of the College of Physicians many times. He led the college in:

• 1527
• 1528
• 1531
• 1548

This shows how much trust and respect other doctors had for him.

Life and Legacy

Richard Bartlot lived in an area of London called Blackfriars. When he passed away in 1557, he was buried in a church called St. Bartholomew the Great. Even the president of the College of Physicians at the time, Dr. Caius, and the entire college attended his funeral. This shows his importance in the medical community.

Giving Back to Education

Bartlot was also a wealthy man who owned a lot of land. He believed in supporting education. He gave some of his property in Edgware to All Souls' College, Oxford. He also left the college some valuable silver items when he died. These gifts helped the college continue its important work.