Chris O'Brien (surgeon)

Chris O'Brien
Born
Christopher John O'Brien

(1952-01-03)3 January 1952
Died4 June 2009(2009-06-04) (aged 57)
EducationParramatta Marist High School, University of Sydney
Years active1976–2009
Known forRPA
Medical career
ProfessionSurgeon
InstitutionsRoyal Prince Alfred Hospital
University of Sydney
Sydney South West Area Health Service
Sub-specialtiesHead and neck surgery
ResearchHead and neck cancer

Christopher John O'Brien AO (3 January 1952 – 4 June 2009) was an Australian head and neck surgeon. He achieved national recognition as a compassionate surgeon in the reality television series RPA.