Health Care Diversity Spotlight

Editor's Note: This article is part of an ongoing series spotlighting diversity within health care.

Dr. David Ho, a Taiwanese-American virologist, has made significant contributions to health care, particularly in the field of HIV/AIDS research and treatment. Dr. Ho's work has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of HIV/AIDS and developing life-saving therapies.

In the 1980s and 1990s, Dr. Ho led groundbreaking research at the Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center in New York City. He pioneered the concept of combination antiretroviral therapy (ART), which involves using multiple drugs to target different stages of the HIV life cycle simultaneously. This approach revolutionized HIV treatment, significantly reducing mortality rates and transforming HIV/AIDS from a fatal illness to a manageable chronic condition for many individuals.

Dr. Ho's research laid the foundation for current HIV/AIDS treatment protocols and has had a profound impact on the lives of millions of people worldwide. For his contributions, he has received numerous awards and honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States. Dr. Ho's work continues to inspire advancements in HIV/AIDS research and treatment, making him a key figure in American health care history.