Asher Asher

First Scottish Jew to enter medical profession (1837-1889)

PersonDied aged 51humanQ4804822

Born: February 16, 1837
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Died: January 7, 1889
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Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Occupation: physician
Education: University of Edinburgh
, Royal High School

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Asher Asher, born in Glasgow, was the first Scottish Jew to enter the medical profession. He published the book The Jewish Rite of Circumcision (1873). He died in London, England.

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Sex or gender: male
Place of burial: Willesden Jewish Cemetery
Given name: Asher
Family name: Asher

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