September 4, 2026 · BMJ (Clinical research ed.) · DOI: 10.1136/bmj-2026-100759

When I use a word . . . Alumni of the Edinburgh Medical School 1726-2026: Robert Darwin versus William Withering

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This paper explores the historical conflict between Robert Darwin and William Withering, both alumni of the Edinburgh Medical School, following a medical consultation regarding a patient treated by Darwin. The author seeks to understand the dynamics of their professional rivalry, including the involvement of Erasmus Darwin, and the implications of their correspondence on medical practice during the late 18th century.

Jeffrey K Aronson

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