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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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 3 | 8.33 | 0.10% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 314,542 | $21,000,000 | 19,956$ |
| India | 2 | 8.50 | 0.14% | +10% | 1,380,004,385 | 2,126,057 | $2,900,000 | 4,468$ |
| Canada | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 27,966 | $1,700,000 | 1,251$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 22,658 | $48,000 | 38$ |
| France | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 50,210 | $2,700,000 | 2,077$ |
| Totals | 8 | 1,842,721,728 | 2,541,433 | $28,348,000 | 27,790$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
India:
Dr Abraham Verghese delivered a searing address on truth, authoritarianism, and the immigrant experience at Harvard's 2025 convocation.
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United States:
Stanford professor Abraham Verghese spoke out against the Trump administration’s 'cascade of draconian government measures' at Harvard.
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India:
Abraham Verghese, an immigrant physician and author, delivered the commencement speech at Harvard University, discussing the challenges faced by immigrants in America.
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France:
Abraham Verghese is a physician and writer who spoke at Harvard during a time of concern for foreign students.
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Canada:
Dr. Abraham Verghese praised Harvard for defending essential values and acknowledged the students' accomplishments.
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United States:
Dr. Abraham Verghese, a bestselling author and Stanford University professor, acknowledged the unprecedented times Harvard is facing during his commencement address.
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Venezuela:
Abraham Verghese will be the speaker at the graduation ceremony and will receive an honorary degree.
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United States:
Abraham Verghese, a bestselling author and Stanford professor, will deliver Harvard’s commencement speech.
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United States:
Abraham Verghese’s gorgeous book 'The Covenant of Water' provides a relaxing escape.
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Colombia:
Abraham Verghese is a prominent physician and novelist known for his pioneering work with AIDS patients and his successful novels.
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