In 2018, the University of Southern California had the privilege of hosting Siddhartha Mukherjee, a distinguished physician, oncologist, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author.. Mukherjee talked about the complexities of cancer, the practice of medicine, and his acclaimed book “The Emperor of All Maladies”, underscoring the importance of medical research, science communication, and the pursuit of knowledge in the field of healthcare.
In 2011, West Chester University was honored to welcome Dr. Mehmet Oz, a renowned television presenter and physician, best known for “The Dr. Oz Show.” During his visit Dr. Oz’s do discussions on health, wellness, and the intersection of medicine and media, emphasizing the importance of informed healthcare decisions and the role of television in disseminating medical knowledge to the public.
In 2016, Emory University had the privilege of hosting William Foege, a distinguished epidemiologist, and former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Foege talked on public health, disease control, and his pivotal role in the global effort to eradicate smallpox, emphasizing the importance of public health initiatives and the significant impact they can have on global well-being.