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George Valter Brindley, Sr., M.D.

Temple, Bell County

Marker Text

(January 8, 1886 - October 7, 1970) Texas native George Brindley graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston in 1911, and went to work at the Temple Sanitarium (later Scott & White Hospital). He became a prominent specialist in surgery and cancer treatment and a leader in guiding the development and growth of Scott & White Hospital. After 50 years, Dr. Brindley retired in 1961 and served in several community organizations. Recorded - 1997

Marker Details

Address 1601 N. Main St.
Location Description Hillcrest Cemetery
Marker # 11721
Dedicated 1997
Size, Type grave marker
Code hospitals; medical topics and health professionals
Latitude, Longitude 31.112045, -97.33061

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