Marcia Wilkinson, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Marcia Wilkinson

English neurologist and researcher

Date of Birth: 11-Sep-1919

Place of Birth: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 04-Feb-2013

Profession: physician, neurologist

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Marcia Isobel Pamela Wilkinson (née Harvey) FRCP (11 September 1919 - 4 February 2013) was an internationally renowned, award-winning English consultant neurologist, researcher and medical director of the London Migraine Clinic.
Early in her career she made a significant contribution to the understanding and surgical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome.
In 1963 she established a rehabilitation unit for disabled young people which radically improved their chances of returning home rather than remaining in care as was norm at that time.
She led research at the London Migraine Clinic, developing new methods for the treatment and management of migraines.
In 2000 she become the first recipient of the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Award for her extraordinary contribution to relieving the burden of those affected by headache.