Former general practitioner Ashbourne, Derbyshire (b 1926; q London 1949), d 1 May 2004.
After hospital posts in the London area Philip went into general practice near Ashbourne, Derbyshire. For many years he was singlehanded but was able to build the practice up and eventually took in partners. He became a GP trainer. He was also a part time clinical assistant at Derby Children's Hospital and the Pastures Hospital. He had cardiac bypass surgery in 1983 but continued in practice until he retired in 1987, when he was able to pursue his passion for breeding shire horses. He leaves a wife, Rita; three children; and seven grandchildren.
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