Dr. David Fajgenbaum

Dr. David Fajgenbaum earned his MD from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency and fellowship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a professor in the Department of Medicine and the Institute for Translational Medicine and Therapeutics. Diagnosed with a rare disease himself, he has pioneered research in drug repurposing and co-founded the Castleman Disease Collaborative Network. He is the author of the book 'Chasing My Cure' and continues to lead groundbreaking work in translational medicine and patient advocacy.
Dr. Fajgenbaum’s work bridges clinical care, research, and public health advocacy, making him a prominent figure in the field of rare diseases and drug repurposing.