In fact , Willis 's sister married Syme .
He was educated at the High School of Edinburgh where he formed a lifelong friendship with his contemporary James Syme who became one of the greatest surgeons ( LeFanu , 1974 ) .
Willis 's sister married James Syme .
He was educated at the High School of Edinburgh where he formed a lifelong friendship with his contemporary James Syme who became one of the greatest surgeons ( LeFanu , 1974 ) .