Dr. Don Francis — And the Band Played On Character Profile

About Dr. Don Francis

American epidemiologist who investigates the early HIV/AIDS epidemic. Transferred from Zaire to the CDC, he works with limited resources, clashes with medical authorities, identifies sexual transmission, and proposes prevention plans despite bureaucratic rejection.

Dr. Don Francis — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Matthew Modine

Appears in

And the Band Played On (1993)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (1)

• Dr. Don Francis — Conflict Rival — Dr. Robert Gallo (Alan Alda)

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