Which Australian eye surgeon is famous for restoring sight to thousands of people in Australia and abroad?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Fred Hollows
- Step 1: Fred Hollows founded a programme to make eye surgery affordable. Answer: Fred Hollows. Why not the others: Howard Florey, Peter Doherty and John Flynn don't fit.
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