Chris O’Brien
IrelandsurgeonMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Chris O’Brien was a prominent Australian head and neck surgeon, renowned for his contributions to medical science and his public profile through the television series 'RPA.' He became a well-known figure in the healthcare community until his untimely passing in 2009 due to glioblastoma, a type of brain cancer.
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Chris O’Brien had a significant impact on the game, scoring multiple points for Wicklow.
Wicklow weather four-goal Offaly storm to set-up Tailteann Cup decider against Down – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-06-21
Ireland· 2026-06-21
Chris O'Brien is a Wellington-based consultant who survived an abdominal aortic aneurysm.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm survivor: ‘Hundreds of NZers deserve the chance at a future that I’ve been given’The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-03-05
New Zealand· 2026-03-05Chris O’Brien was a late head and neck surgeon known from the TV series RPA and a friend of Richard Scolyer.
Former Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer to run 2025 City2SurfThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2025-08-09
Australia· 2025-08-09
