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Aleck Bourne
(1886–1974)
Gynecologist
United Kingdom
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Aleck Bourne was a gynecologist from the United Kingdom, best known for A doctor's creed.
Quick Facts About Aleck Bourne
- Born
- June 4, 1886
- Died
- December 30, 1974
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Profession
- Gynecologist
- Notable works
- A doctor's creed
About Aleck Bourne
Aleck William Bourne was a prominent British gynaecologist and writer, known for his 1938 trial, a landmark case, in which he asked to be arrested for performing a termination of pregnancy on a 14-year-old rape victim. He was subsequently charged with procuring an illegal abortion but was acquitted. He later became an anti-abortion activist.
Biography source: Wikipedia
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