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Antoine Mérindol

Antoine Mérindol
Born October 20, 1570
Aix-en-Provence
Died December 26, 1624
Nationality French
Occupation Doctor
Children Jean Mérindol

Antoine Mérindol (1570-1624) was a French doctor.

He was born on October 20, 1570 in Aix-en-Provence.

In 1616, he became doctor to Louis XIII of France, who served as King of France from 1610 to 1643. He also taught at Aix-Marseille University. He wrote articles about the medical benefits of taking baths with hot springs from Aix.

He had a son, Jean Mérindol. He died on December 26, 1624.

The Rue Mérindol in Aix-en-Provence was named in his honor in 1894, having formerly been named Rue des Baux for Gilles des Baux.



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