Otis Bowen
Governor of Indiana and physician
Born
February 26th, 1918
107 years ago
Died
May 4th, 2013
12 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A physician and politician served as the 44th Governor of Indiana from 1973 to 1981. During tenure as governor, focused on health care reforms and educational improvements. Contributed to the establishment of the Indiana Department of Mental Health. Held various medical and political positions throughout career, including serving as the Secretary of the Indiana State Board of Health. After governorship, continued to work in medicine and served in various capacities within the health sector.
Served as 44th Governor of Indiana
Established Indiana Department of Mental Health
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