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What was Morton's full birth name?

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Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe was the full birth name of Morton, who is best known for his contributions to the field of anesthesia. Born in 1819, he later adopted the name William Thomas Green Morton, which he used throughout his professional career. Morton's pioneering work in the use of ether as an anesthetic during surgery revolutionized medical practices and paved the way for safer and more effective surgical procedures.
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