Paul Francis Wright

Former general practitioner Dorchester and general practice educator (b London 1945; q The London Hospital 1973), died from mesothelioma on 29 May 2005.

Paul Wright first qualified in dentistry and then worked in child dental health and practice to finance his medical studies. After vocational training in Cirencester he moved to a two doctor practice in Dorchester and soon found himself senior partner. He became a GP trainer, and his interest and involvement in vocational training continued until his retirement, with posts as course organiser and associate adviser. Paul was secretary to the National Association of Course Organisers and was instrumental in setting up GP educators as a separate body from GP trainers. He leaves a wife, Jo, and four children.