Robert Conny facts for kids
Robert Conny (sometimes spelled Cony) was an English doctor who lived from about 1646 to 1713. He was known for his medical skills and for improving a specific type of surgery.
Early Life and Education
Robert Conny was born around 1645 or 1646. His father, John Conny, was a surgeon and served as the mayor of Rochester twice.
Robert went to Magdalen College, Oxford, a famous university. He studied hard and earned several degrees:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) on June 8, 1676
- Master of Arts (M.A.) on May 3, 1679
- Bachelor of Medicine (M.B.) on May 2, 1682
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) on July 9, 1685
When he received his M.D. degree, Robert Conny disagreed with the university's order of presenting degrees. He made a formal protest because another student was presented before him.
Medical Career and Contributions
Robert Conny became a successful doctor. In 1692, the Admiralty (the part of the government that managed the navy) hired him. He worked as a physician for sick and injured sailors who were brought ashore at Deal.
He also wrote a paper for the 'Philosophical Transactions', which was a scientific journal. This paper was about an unusual event: "On a Shower of Fishes."
Conny was known for being a very good physician. He also helped make improvements to a surgical procedure called lithotomy. This surgery was used to remove bladder stones.
Personal Life and Legacy
Robert Conny married a woman named Frances, who was the daughter of Richard Manley.
He passed away on May 25, 1713, when he was 68 years old. He was buried in Rochester Cathedral.
You can see portraits of Robert Conny today. One is at the Bodleian Picture Gallery at Oxford University, and another is in the home of the president of Magdalen College.
