Rural practice proves a career tonic

Updated July 24 2014 - 11:13am, first published 10:32am
Back home: Dr David Woods has realised his dream of running an old-fashioned country practice. Photo: Fiona Morris
Back home: Dr David Woods has realised his dream of running an old-fashioned country practice. Photo: Fiona Morris

When David Woods finished high school he wanted to study close to home. He completed a science degree at Newcastle University, but then realised he wanted another challenge. So he decided to become a doctor.