Egas Moniz, The Neurologist- Nobel Laureate (1874-1955)
Journal Title: Chettinad Health City Medical Journal - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 1
Abstract
Antonio Caetano de Abreu Freire Egas Moniz, known popularly as Egas Moniz, was born on 19th November, 1874 in Avanca, Portugal.
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Ramesh VG
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