Acton, William John (1812/13-1875), surgeon specializing in genito-urinary disorders.

1 letter, dated and addressed to 46 Queen Anne Street, Cavendish Square.

1854

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Acton, William John (1812/13-1875), surgeon specializing in genito-urinary disorders, born in Dorset. In 1940, he obtained membership at the College of Surgeons. He became a successful consulting surgeon and his practice was confined to the disorders of the urinary and generative organs. Acton was also interested in the social issues with which these diseases were connected. In 1875, he died of the degeneration of the heart. A full description of his life and work is to be found in the Dictionary of National Biography.