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Dr. Hesselink
A Dutch bacteriologist who visits the McGurk Institute.
minor
Also known as Hesselink, Dr. Hesselink of Groningen
First appearance: I
Dr. Hesselink shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as the previous doctor whom the townsfolk recommend over Martin.
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In IV: Mentioned as the previous doctor whom the townsfolk recommend over Martin. Later, in III: A blunt, honest practitioner who rebuffs…
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- Medical School Circle
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