László Szekeres

Hungarian physician and academic leader

László Szekeres - Hungarian physician and academic leader
Born

1921
104 years ago

Died

January 9th, 2012
13 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Hungary

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A prominent Hungarian physician and academic, contributed significantly to the field of medicine and medical education. Actively engaged in research and published numerous scientific papers that advanced medical knowledge. Played a critical role in the establishment of medical institutions and served on various academic boards. Advocated for systematic reform in medical training.

Published over 100 scientific papers

Served as a professor and rector at the University of Szeged

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