Who is DOCTOR LIVESEY from Treasure Island and what is their importance?

Dr. Livesey is the physician who cares for Jim's father during his illness. When Billy Bones became sick, Livesey appeared at the Admiral Benbow, where he checked on Billy and gave him some much needed advice. After finding Billy Bones' map, Jim gives it to Dr. Livesey. Lively understands the map's importance and assists in organizing the trip to find the buried treasure. Livesey is described as honest and honor-bound, and he lives up to his reputation.