Mistress Joyce Jeffreys and her physician, Dr Bridstock Harford (1607-1695)

The notebooks of Joyce Jeffreys, a wealthy Hereford businesswoman in the mid-17th century, provide information about the medicines she purchased and the fees she paid to her medical advisors. Her physician, Dr Bridstock Harford, was a successful doctor but a troublesome neighbour, who was often the subject of litigation. As an ardent parliamentarian, he held public offices during the Commonwealth. Later his opinions mellowed and he ended his days as a loyal subject of the king and a benefactor to his city.
Source: Journal of Medical Biography - Category: History of Medicine Authors: Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research