Benjamin Golding
Dr Benjamin Golding (1793–1863) was a British doctor and the founder of Charing Cross Hospital. He was born on 7 September 1793 in the town of St. Osyth, Essex.[1] In 1815 he began medical practice in his house, which was open to the poor that were in need of help.[2] It was at this time that Golding conceived the idea of a medical school being integral to the hospital, to ensure the needy were cared for in the present and future. [3]
Golding died in 1863 and is buried in Brompton Cemetery, London.[4] Since 31st March 2012, it has become tradition for Imperial College medical students in their final year to visit Golding's tomb on the day of their final year dinner, to honour their teachers and to be inspired to emulate Golding's achievements. Template:Persondata
References
- ^ Minney RJ. The Two Pillars of Charing Cross. 1967, Cassell London. Page 1
- ^ Minney RJ. The Two Pillars of Charing Cross. 1967, Cassell London.
- ^ Minney RJ. The Two Pillars of Charing Cross. 1967, Cassell London.
- ^ http://www.brompton.org/Residents.htm