James Beaney, aka Diamond Jim, aka Champagne Jimmy, was a prominent surgeon at Melbourne Hospital from 1860 - 1891. He pushed the envelope in many ways and lived an exceptionally extravagant lifestyle. He operated adorned with rings boasting his diamonds and rubies. He served champagne at his operations and drank a significant amount himself. Where the Louis Vuitton showroom is today on Collins street - that used to be his super lavish residence and, at times, private surgery. The medical community was not fond of Beaney and thought he was crass and egotistical. It's a wild story and even involves him on trial for murder.