Peter Kynaston Thomas, 28 June 1926–25 January 2008

    May 2008 in “ Journal of Anatomy ”
    Rosalind King
    TLDR Professor P. K. Thomas was a pioneering neurologist who advanced the study of peripheral nerves and neuropathies.
    The document detailed the life and career of Professor P. K. Thomas, a prominent figure in the field of neurology and anatomy. He was known for his work on peripheral nerves, diabetic neuropathy, and Guillain-Barré syndrome, and he contributed significantly to the development of neurogenetics. Thomas was instrumental in setting up the Electron Microscopy Lab at Maida Vale Hospital and the Department of Neurology at the Royal Free Hospital. He was recognized for his editorial work with the Journal of Anatomy and authored over 300 papers. Despite a severe stroke in 2001, he maintained his enthusiasm for life and was supported by his third wife, Sam, until his passing in 2008.
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