Tuesday, August 23, 2011

World's Oldest Doctor

A doctor who has delivered 18,000 babies over a career spanning more than 60 years is still practicing at 100 years old.

Dr Walter Watson, nicknamed 'Papa Doc', has been present at the births of generations spanning from grandparents down to grandchildren during his 63 years as an obstetrician. The doctor from Augusta, Georgia, USA, is thought to be the oldest practicing medic in the world. Among his patients is Sabra Allen, 77, who he has treated for 59 years. He has delivered 17 members of her family. “He delivered all five of my kids and twelve of the grandkids,” said Mrs Allen, a retired hospital administrator. ‘There ain't no one like him, he's the best.”(Link)

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