Plaque

British Association of Dermatologists

Erection date: 18/10/2012

Inscription

{Next to the emblem of the British Association of Dermatologists:}
Willan House - British Association of Dermatologists.
This building was officially named by Baroness Boothroyd OM PC and Dr Stephen Gold MD FRCP
18th October 2012.

Robert Willan was the founder of dermatology in Britain, so it's fairly certain that the house is named after him.

Site: British Association of Dermatologists (1 memorial)

W1, Fitzroy Square, 4

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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British Association of Dermatologists

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Baroness Betty Boothroyd, O.M., P.C.

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Doctor Stephen Charles Gold, MD, FRCP

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