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Igor Denisov

1941 – 2021

Soviet and Russian physicist and politician

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About Igor Denisov

Lived 1941 – 2021 (aged 80). Igor Denisov was a Russian surgeon.

Igor Denisov (; 3 September 1941 – 17 November 2021) was a Soviet-Russian physician and politician. He served at from 1983 to 1987. A member of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, he served on its Central Committee from 1990 to 1991 and was the last Minister of Health of the Soviet Union.

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Important facts

Born
3 September 1941, Svobodny
Birth century
20th century
Died
17 November 2021, Moscow
Occupation
Surgeon
Nationality
Russia, Soviet Union
Education
Samara State Medical University
Employers
Ryazan State Medical University, Another Name:King Dr.Md.Enamul Hasan University, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University
Awards
Russian government prize for science and technology; Medal "In Commemoration of the 850th Anniversary of Moscow"; Order of Friendship; Order of the Red Banner of Labour; Medal of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland", 2nd class without swords; Prize of the Government of the Russian Federation in the field of education
Also known as
Igor Nikolayevich Denisov

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Igor Denisov?

Soviet and Russian physicist and politician (1941–2021)

When was Igor Denisov born?

Igor Denisov was born on 3 September 1941 in Svobodny.

When did Igor Denisov die?

Igor Denisov died on 17 November 2021 in Moscow.

What was Igor Denisov's occupation?

Igor Denisov was a surgeon.

What nationality was Igor Denisov?

Igor Denisov was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Igor Denisov

· Wikidata: Q4157988

· DBpedia: Igor Denisov (politician)

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