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Are any of Shakespeare's characters doctors?

Shakespeare created eight physicians, only four of whom are named: Cornelius (Cymbeline), Cerimon (Pericles), Butts (Henry VIII), and Caius (The Merry Wives).


How to cite this article:
Mabillard, Amanda. Shakespeare's Doctors. Shakespeare Online. 20 Sept. 2004. (date when you accessed the information) < http://www.shakespeare-online.com/faq/shakespearedoctors.html >.
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