Sir Henry Thompson, 1st Baronet
1820–1904 (age 84)
Biography
Sir Henry Thompson, 1st Baronet, was a distinguished surgeon whose career blended clinical excellence with thoughtful reflection on the ethical duties of medical practitioners. He served patients with steady hands and a compassionate heart, while also writing on the role of science within society.
His leadership extended beyond the operating theatre, as he sought to elevate the practice of medicine through thoughtful debate and civic engagement.