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Sidney Wolfe
Retired
Sidney Wolfe, who retired from DPD CONSULTING, is a prominent figure known for his extensive career in public health advocacy and consumer rights. He was born on June 12, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, and passed away on January 1, 2024, in Washington, D.C., at the age of 86 due to a brain tumor.
Wolfe was a physician and co-founder of Public Citizen's Health Research Group, a consumer advocacy organization that he established with Ralph Nader in 1971. Throughout his career, he was a fierce advocate for health justice, focusing on the regulation of drugs and medical devices. He was instrumental in campaigning against numerous pharmaceutical products that he deemed unsafe, including propoxyphene and Yaz, and played a pivotal role in raising awareness about public health issues.1234
In addition to his advocacy work, Wolfe held academic positions, including serving as an Adjunct Professor of Internal Medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He was recognized for his contributions to public health with a MacArthur Fellowship in 1990.12
Wolfe's work at DPD CONSULTING involved over 25 years of experience in various aspects of the pharmaceutical industry, including formulation, filling, and device development, before he retired from that role. His LinkedIn profile indicates a focus on consulting in these areas.56