William Burnett
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Sir William Burnett M.D. KCB (1779 – 16 February 1861) was a British
physician
who served as Physician-General of the Royal Navy
after 9 June 1832.
Although the title was later changed to 'Director-General of the Medical Department of the Navy' , he held that post until his retirement in 1855. In 1835 Burnett was also named as physician to King William IV.
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physician
Physician
A physician is a health care provider who practices the profession of medicine, which is concerned with promoting, maintaining or restoring human health through the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disease, injury and other physical and mental impairments...
who served as Physician-General of the Royal Navy
Royal Navy
The Royal Navy is the naval warfare service branch of the British Armed Forces. Founded in the 16th century, it is the oldest service branch and is known as the Senior Service...
after 9 June 1832.
Although the title was later changed to 'Director-General of the Medical Department of the Navy' , he held that post until his retirement in 1855. In 1835 Burnett was also named as physician to King William IV.