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Fred Hollows

New Zealand-Australian ophthalmologist (1929-1993) · New Zealand · On the map · Doctors · Died at 63

Frederick Cossom Hollows was a New Zealand-Australian ophthalmologist who became known for his work in restoring eyesight for people in Australia and many other countries through initiatives such as The Fred Hollows Foundation.

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1993Died10 February 19931992DoctorateAward1991Companion of the Order of AustraliaAwardDoctor of ScienceAward1990Australian of the YearAwardHuman Rights MedalAward1985Honorary Officer of the Order of AustraliaAward1981Advance Australia FoundationAward1929Born9 April 1929

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Doctorate1992
Companion of the Order of Australia1991
Doctor of Science1991
Australian of the Year1990
Human Rights Medal1990
Honorary Officer of the Order of Australia1985
Advance Australia Foundation1981

About this person

Country
New Zealand
Category
Doctors
Type
Doctor
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1929 to 1993 · aged 63