David Rath
Czech physician and politician
Born
December 25th, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Czech Republic
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Acquired a medical degree and practiced as a physician. Served as Governor of the Central Bohemian Region from 2008 to 2012. Held the position of Minister of Health in the Czech Republic from 2012 to 2013. Engaged in numerous health care reform initiatives during time in office. Involved in political activities as a member of the Czech Social Democratic Party.
Served as Governor of the Central Bohemian Region
Held the position of Minister of Health
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