Dr. William A. Cochrane inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

Dr. Cochrane is UCalgary's founding dean of medicine and is a past U of C president. On April 13, 2010 he was inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame.

Cochranes passion for medicine led him to serve in several leadership roles, including chairman & CEO of Connaught Laboratories, a leading developer of the flu vaccine for the World Health Organization. He also shared his experience and expertise with the likes of the National Biotechnology Advisory Committee, the Alberta Research Council and Resverlogix Biotech Inc. In addition, he has made significant contributions of service to the Ronald McDonald Children's Charities Foundation and the Calgary Rotary Club.

Cochranes influence has impacted medicine, biomedical research, education and business, leaving lasting contributions to the health and well being of people across the country.

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