Christopher Bulstrode was born on 5 January 1951 in Guernsey, to radiologist John and Jacqueline Bulstrode.[4] He attended Radley College following his early education at Cheam School, where he notably interacted with the future King Charles III.[4]
Bulstrode's academic pursuits began with a strong interest in zoology, leading him to study under Nobel laureate, Konrad Lorenz in Bavaria.[4] This experience prompted a temporary shift from medicine to zoology at Oxford, where he led student expeditions.[4] However, he later returned to medicine, completing his education at Cambridge and Oxford.[4]
Bulstrode's later career included service as a trauma surgeon in the British Army, despite initial age-related challenges.[4][5] His deployment to Afghanistan was a notable period, where he contributed to healthcare restructuring and worked in refugee camps.[4] His post-military career involved emergency medicine in New Zealand and contributions to Doctors of the World. His service was recognised in 2016 when he was appointed CBE.[4]
Bulstrode died of a progressive neurodegenerative disorder on 7 December 2023.[4] Before he died he completed his autobiography.[6] His memorial service was held at Magdalen College Oxford.
