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Aaron Bunch

Lauded cancer doctor dies, leaving scientific legacy

Renowned melanoma pathologist and father of three Richard Scolyer has died at age 59. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Pioneering scientist Richard Scolyer has died after a long battle with brain cancer, a fight he used to boost scientific knowledge and benefit future patients.

The renowned melanoma pathologist and father of three, who died aged 59 on Sunday, helped save thousands of people's lives during his career through groundbreaking skin cancer research.

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