James Craik

For other people named James Craik, see James Craik (disambiguation).

James Craik
Born1727
Arbigland, Scotland
Died6 February 1814 (aged 86–87)
Alexandria, Virginia
AllegianceUnited States of America
BranchUnited States Army
CommandsPhysician General of the
United States Army

James Craik (/kreɪk/; c. 1727—6 February 1814) was Physician General (precursor of the Surgeon General) of the United States Army, as well as George Washington's personal physician and close friend.

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