Wouter Schouten
Wouter Schouten | |
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| Born | 2 September 1638 Haarlem, Netherlands |
| Died | 6 October 1704 |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation(s) | Surgeon, Author |
| Known for | East Indian Voyage (1676) |
| Notable work | East Indian Voyage (1676), The Wounded Head (1694), Treatise on Unnatural Tumors (1727) |
| Spouse(s) | Adriana van Masschel (married 1666), Maria Wendel (married 1680) |
Wouter Schouten ( Haarlem, 2 September 1638 – October 1704 ) was a Dutch surgeon who published a book named "East India Company Voyage" in 1676 about his service experiences as a ship surgeon in VOC Dutch East India Company. The book was very successful and translated into many languages. He was also well-known for his surgical skills, experiences and medical knowledge.