Carlos Arvelo Guevara
Carlos Arvelo Guevara | |
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| Born | 1 June 1784 Güigüe, Viceroyalty of New Granada |
| Died | 17 October 1862 (aged 78) Maiquetia, Venezuela |
| Burial place | Panteón Nacional |
| Education | Central University of Venezuela |
| Occupation(s) | Military Doctor and Politician |
| Medical career | |
| Profession | Surgeon |
Carlos Arvelo Guevara (1 June 1784 – 17 October 1862) was a professor, and the first military doctor of Venezuela, and he played an important role in establishing health services in the country. Many places were named after him, including the municipality of Carlos Arvelo and the military hospital of Carlos Arvelo in Caracas.