Norman Purvis Walker
Sir Norman Purvis Walker | |
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Sir Norman Walker | |
| Born | 2 August 1862 |
| Died | 7 November 1942 Balerno, Scotland |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Alma mater | University of Edinburgh |
| Occupation | dermatologist |
Sir Norman Purvis Walker FRCPE (2 August 1862, Dysart – 7 November 1942, Balerno) was a Scottish dermatologist, and physician-in-charge of the Skin Department at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. He was also one of the first persons in Britain to benefit from the discovery of insulin as a treatment for diabetes.