British physician who described Down syndrome (1828–1896)
"John Down" redirects here. For the Victoria Cross recipient, see John Thornton Down.
John Langdon Down
Born
John Langdon Haydon Down
(1828-11-18)18 November 1828
Torpoint, Cornwall, England
Died
7 October 1896(1896-10-07) (aged 67)
Teddington, Middlesex, England
Alma mater
London Hospital Medical College
Occupation
Medical doctor
Known for
First to describe Down syndrome
Children
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John Langdon Haydon Down (18 November 1828 – 7 October 1896) was a British physician best known for his description of the genetic condition now known as Down syndrome, which he originally classified in 1862. He is also noted for his work in social medicine and as a pioneer in the care of mentally disabled patients.[1]
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