Philip Hench

Philip Hench

doctor United States

Philip Hench was an American physician who gained recognition for his groundbreaking research on adrenal hormones. He is best known for his discovery of cortisone, which he used to effectively treat patients with rheumatoid arthritis, earning him the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1950 for his contributions to the field of endocrinology.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
7,727
Power
625$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 8,654,622 7,727 $700,000 625$
Totals 1 8,654,622 7,727 $700,000 625$
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Switzerland Switzerland: Philip Hench was the first to inject a patient with cortisone, leading to significant pain relief. 8

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