Abraham Verghese
Abraham Verghese, born in Ethiopia in 1955, is a distinguished physician and acclaimed novelist known for his innovative work in the field of infectious diseases, particularly his empathetic approach to HIV/AIDS treatment. He has received numerous accolades, including the National Humanities Medal from President Barack Obama, recognizing his contributions to medicine and literature. Verghese's notable literary works, such as 'My Own Country' and 'The Covenant of Water', explore themes of human connection and the complexities of illness, earning him a place as a vital voice in both the medical and literary communities.
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The physician and author Abraham Verghese spoke at Harvard University as it defends itself from the Trump administration’s attempted crackdown on academia.
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United Kingdom· 2025-06-13
Dr Abraham Verghese delivered a searing address on truth, authoritarianism, and the immigrant experience at Harvard's 2025 convocation.
‘What Harvard has taught America in a time of siege’
India· 2025-06-04
Stanford professor Abraham Verghese spoke out against the Trump administration’s 'cascade of draconian government measures' at Harvard.
Harvard commencement speaker tells grads to stand firm against Trump’s policies
United States· 2025-06-01
Abraham Verghese, an immigrant physician and author, delivered the commencement speech at Harvard University, discussing the challenges faced by immigrants in America.
A PIO physician treats Harvard grads to life lessons | World NewsIndia· 2025-05-31
Abraham Verghese is a physician and writer who spoke at Harvard during a time of concern for foreign students.
A Harvard, l’inquiétude des étudiants étrangers, cibles de Donald Trump
France· 2025-05-30
Dr. Abraham Verghese praised Harvard for defending essential values and acknowledged the students' accomplishments.
Harvard grads cheer commencement speakers who urge the school to stand strong
Canada· 2025-05-30
Dr. Abraham Verghese, a bestselling author and Stanford University professor, acknowledged the unprecedented times Harvard is facing during his commencement address.
Key takeaways from hearing in Harvard’s ongoing fight with the Trump administrationUnited States· 2025-05-30
Abraham Verghese will be the speaker at the graduation ceremony and will receive an honorary degree.
Harvard celebra entre emotivos discursos su ceremonia de graduación aunque empañada por arremetida de Trump
Venezuela· 2025-05-29
Abraham Verghese, a bestselling author and Stanford professor, will deliver Harvard’s commencement speech.
A physician who advocates for the power of human touch over technology will deliver Harvard’s commencement speechUnited States· 2025-05-26
Abraham Verghese’s gorgeous book 'The Covenant of Water' provides a relaxing escape.
Bibliotherapy: This form of therapy involves doing something funUnited States· 2025-03-24
Abraham Verghese is a prominent physician and novelist known for his pioneering work with AIDS patients and his successful novels.
‘No tengo la esperanza de que la ciencia y la tecnología nos vayan a salvar’
Colombia· 2025-03-24