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William Barrowby
Born	1681 London
Died	30 December 1751(1751-12-30) (aged 69–70)
Occupation	English physician

William Barrowby (born 1682 – died 1758) was an important English doctor. He was known for his medical knowledge and was a member of two very famous groups: the Royal Society and the Royal College of Physicians. These groups are for top scientists and doctors.

Who Was William Barrowby?

William Barrowby was a skilled doctor from England. He was born in London in 1682. His father, John Barrowby, was also a doctor. This meant William grew up around medicine and health.

His Early Life and Education

William Barrowby went to some of the best schools in England.

• He studied at Eton College, which is a very old and famous school.
• After Eton, he went to Trinity College, Oxford, a well-known university.

He worked hard and earned two important degrees in medicine:

• He got his first medical degree, a Bachelor of Medicine (M.B.), in 1709.
• A few years later, in 1713, he earned his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. This showed he was a highly trained physician.

Becoming a Respected Doctor

After finishing his studies, William Barrowby became a very respected doctor.

• In 1718, he was chosen to be a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London. This is a special honor for doctors who are leaders in their field. It means he was recognized by other top doctors.
• In 1721, he also became a Fellow of the Royal Society. The Royal Society is one of the oldest and most famous scientific organizations in the world. Being a fellow means he was seen as a top scientist and researcher.

William Barrowby lived a life dedicated to medicine and learning. He passed away on December 30, 1758.