About John Grieve Woods
Lived 1900 – 1980 (aged 80). John Grieve Woods was an Australian physician.
John Grieve Woods (17 January 1900 in Albury, New South Wales – 27 April 1980 in Newcastle) was an Australian general practitioner and soldier. He was the son of Dr. William Cleaver Woods, a pioneer of Australian radiology and x-rays. He was nicknamed "The Flying Doctor" for his years of service in the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia.
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Who was John Grieve Woods?
general practitioner and soldier.
When was John Grieve Woods born?
John Grieve Woods was born on 17 January 1900.
When did John Grieve Woods die?
John Grieve Woods died on 27 April 1980.
What was John Grieve Woods's occupation?
John Grieve Woods was a physician.
What nationality was John Grieve Woods?
John Grieve Woods was Australian.
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