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Dr Willoughby eyes off OAM

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In recognition of his service to ophthalmology and his achievements in sailing, Gawler eye surgeon, John Willoughby, is set to be awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM).

John discovered his passion for country ophthalmology in 1979 when he began practicing in Kangaroo Island and Angaston. 

“I’ve been a qualified doctor since 1972, so next year will be 50 years,” Dr Willoughby to...


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