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Medical training In his medical school years, he observed two very distinct qualities of the human mind: memory and reasoning power. He considered himself to be endowed with the latter, which was his greatest insight into himself. On graduating from medical school in 1879, he entered general practice in Burnley, Lancashire, where he took a great interest in local affairs. His great humility made a lasting impression on Dr William Briggs and Dr John Brown, his general practice seniors. In addition, he took an unpaid house job at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. He worked long hours daily, doing clinics and house calls, yet reserving one afternoo