Born
February 28, 1896
Pittsburgh, United States
Died
March 30, 1965
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Known for
American physician
Philip Showalter Hench (1896–1965) was United States best known for American physician.
Philip Showalter Hench (February 28, 1896 – March 30, 1965) was an American physician. He was a co-recipient of the 1950 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of cortisone and its application in treating rheumatoid arthritis. His work, alongside Edward Calvin Kendall and Tadeus Reichstein, brought significant relief to patients.
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When did Philip Showalter Hench die?
Philip Showalter Hench died on March 30, 1965 in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, at the age of 69.
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Philip Showalter Hench was born in Pittsburgh, United States on February 28, 1896.
What is Philip Showalter Hench best known for?
Philip Showalter Hench is best known for American physician.
How old was Philip Showalter Hench when they died?
Philip Showalter Hench was 69 years old at the time of death.
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Philip Showalter Hench was from United States.
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