James Tilton

James Tilton
Surgeon General of the United States Army
In office
1813–1815
Personal details
Born(1745-06-01)June 1, 1745
DiedMay 14, 1822(1822-05-14) (aged 76)
OccupationPhysician
Military service
AllegianceUnited States
Branch/serviceArmy
Battles/wars

James Tilton (June 1, 1745 – May 14, 1822) was an American physician and soldier from Dover, Delaware. He was a delegate for Delaware in the Continental Congress of 1783 and 1784 and served as Surgeon General of the United States Army during the War of 1812.