Jonathan Mason Warren
American surgeon (1811–1867)
Jonathan Mason Warren (February 5, 1811 – August 19, 1867) was an American surgeon. He specialized in plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is known to be the first person to perform rhinoplasty in the United States.
Biography
He was born to Susan Powell Mason and John Collins Warren on February 5, 1811, in the house located at No. 2 Park Street, Boston.
He entered the Boston Latin School in 1820 and graduated in 1825. After studying under a private tutor for two years, he entered Harvard College in 1827. But due to his health, he left Harvard after three months. In the spring of 1828, he began his medical studies under the direction of his father. In the fall of 1830 he entered the Harvard Medical School, and received an MD degree in 1832 at the age of 21.
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