He was appointed surgeon, third class, in 1836.

In 1891 he was appointed resident surgeon at Ballarat hospital.

During the War of 1812 he was appointed "surgeon's mate," or assistant surgeon.

On his return he was appointed assistant doctor and, in 1815, surgeon in the Russian army.

After a few years he was appointed surgeon to the Royal City of Dublin hospital.

In 1895 he was appointed honorary surgeon to the Perth Hospital.

Negus's surgical and medical teaching career continued to progress, and he was appointed surgeon in 1931.

In 1853, Broca became professor agrégé, and was appointed surgeon of the hospital.

In 1876 he was appointed aural surgeon at King's College Hospital, holding this position until 1910.

He was appointed surgeon of the State forces in 1775.