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102-Year-Old Doctor Advocates Lifelong Learning Over Retirement

6/24/2025

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At 102 years young, Howard Tucker, the world's oldest practicing doctor, is on the hunt for new opportunities after his hospital shut down in 2022. This seasoned neurologist and law graduate champions lifelong learning and social ties as keys to a vibrant life, arguing that retirement can be detrimental to health and urging others to pursue meaningful work to stave off cognitive decline.

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At 102 years young, Howard Tucker, the world's oldest practicing doctor, is on the hunt for new opportunities after his hospital shut down in 2022. This seasoned neurologist and law graduate champions lifelong learning and social ties as keys to a vibrant life, arguing that retirement can be detrimental to health and urging others to pursue meaningful work to stave off cognitive decline.