Richard Dease facts for kids
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Richard Dease (born around 1774 – died February 21, 1819) was a very important surgeon in Ireland. He was the president of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) in 1809. This college is a famous place where surgeons learn and train.
Early Life and Education
Richard Dease was born in Dublin, Ireland, around the year 1774. His father was William Dease, who was also a famous surgeon. William Dease was one of the people who helped start the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
Richard followed in his father's footsteps. He went to Trinity College Dublin and earned his first degree in 1794. He started learning medicine with his father in 1790. He studied at the RCSI and the Meath Hospital in Dublin.
He also traveled to London and Edinburgh to continue his medical training. He even earned a special medical degree (M.D.) from Edinburgh University.
A Skilled Surgeon
Richard Dease became a licensed surgeon in 1795. Soon after, he became a surgeon at the Meath Hospital. He also became a member of the Royal College of Surgeons.
When his father passed away, Richard took over his teaching roles. He became a professor of anatomy and surgery at the College School. Richard Dease was known for being very smart and skilled. He was excellent at understanding the human body and performing surgeries.
His Final Days
On February 13, 1819, Richard Dease was giving a lecture. He was teaching his students about nerves using a body for demonstration. During this lesson, he accidentally got a small scratch on his skin.
The next morning, he woke up feeling very sick. He had chills and an upset stomach. His condition quickly worsened. He developed a severe infection, which led to his death on February 21, 1819. He passed away in his home in Sackville Street, which he had inherited from his father.
See also
- List of presidents of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
