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He earned a B.A. at New York University, M.A. at Connecticut College, Ph. D and M.D. at Loyola University of Chicago. He was a retired general surgeon.

He was an internationally recognized authority on blood vessel mechanics. He had 155 scientific publications and was editor for three textbooks about blood vessels.

Philip had a wonderful sense of humor and was an excellent teller of stories and jokes. He was an accomplished amateur photographer. His knowledge of classical music was phenomenal.

Philip was talented, knowledgeable, inquisitive, and keen to share his ideas with others. He made many friends because he was sincerely interested in what others had to say.

For much of his career he was a professor of physiology and surgery at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, IL. He also served as Deputy Chief of Staff at Hines VA Hospital, Hines, IL; Chief of Staff at VAMC in Salt Lake City, Utah and in Columbus, Missouri

He also served as Professor and Associate Dean at University of Utah and University of Missouri medical schools. Philip was the recipient of numerous grants, honors and invitations as visiting professor.

He and his wife traveled extensively and in retirement, he wrote a book, Adventures of a Surgical Resident, and published several short stories.

Philip is survived by his wife of 28 years, Joan Mathews, children Lise Dobrin (Ira Bashkow), John Dobrin (Cherisse Chateauvert) and Laura Dobrin, grandchildren Ellie, Hannah, Ross and Glen, and sister Bev Tepper.

A memorial service will be held later. Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of choice or to Sarasota Orchestra. Arrangements by Toale Brothers (941) 955-4171.