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Quote by Fred Hollows

“Every eye is an eye, when you're doing the surgery there that is just as important as if you were doing eye surgery on the prime minster or the king.”

Quote by Fred Hollows

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Fred Hollows
Fred Hollows

Fred Hollows was an Australian ophthalmologist renowned for his contributions to the field of ophthalmology. He dedicated his career to eliminating blindness worldwide, particularly in developing countries. Dr. Hollows' work helped millions of patients regain their sight and promoted the expansion of eye care services. more

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