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Robert Begg

1914 – 1982

Canadian physician

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About Robert Begg

Lived 1914 – 1982 (aged 67). Robert Begg was a Canadian physician and oncologist.

Robert William Begg, (December 27, 1914 – March 2, 1982) was a Canadian physician, cancer researcher, and President of the University of Saskatchewan.

Biography Born in Florenceville, New Brunswick, he received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of King's College in 1936. He received a Master of Science degree in 1938 and a Doctor of Medicine in 1942 from Dalhousie University. During World War II, he served with the Canadian Army Medical Corps. After the war, he received a Ph.D. from Oxford University.

In 1965 Beggs was made a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians.

His widow was Elsie Begg (deceased 2010) and they have four children. His first daughter Beverley McRae is a Canadian broadcaster and journalist. His first son Robert Begg was an orthopedic surgeon, his second daughter Catherine Begg worked in banks and information technology, and his youngest son, Ronald Begg, is an executive in a software company.

He died in Saskatoon after a lengthy illness on March 2, 1982.

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Officer of the Order of Canada
Also known as
Robert William Begg, Robert W. Begg

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Begg?

Canadian physician (1914-1982)

When was Robert Begg born?

Robert Begg was born on 27 December 1914 in Florenceville-Bristol.

When did Robert Begg die?

Robert Begg died on 2 March 1982.

What was Robert Begg's occupation?

Robert Begg was a physician and oncologist.

What nationality was Robert Begg?

Robert Begg was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Begg

· Wikidata: Q7341990

· DBpedia: Robert Begg

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