 | This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. (July 2023) |
Jack Suchet | |
|---|---|
| Born | 10 May 1908 Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Died | 9 September 2001 (aged 93) England |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation(s) | Consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist |
| Known for | Worked with Sir Alexander Fleming on penicillin |
| Spouse |
Joan Jarche
(m. 1943; died 1992) |
| Children | 3, including John and David |
| Relatives | James Jarché (father-in-law) |
Jack Suchet (10 May 1908 – 9 September 2001) was an English consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, who carried out research on the use of penicillin in the treatment of venereal disease with Sir Alexander Fleming in London. He was the father of television news journalist John Suchet and actor David Suchet.[1]
- ^ Fraser, Alasdair (24 November 2001). "Obituary of Jack Suchet:Obstetrician and gynaecologist who worked with Fleming on the role of penicillin in treating venereal disease". BMJ. 323 (7323): 1255. doi:10.1136/bmj.323.7323.1255. S2CID 220109519. Retrieved 25 September 2008.