Patrick Soon-Shiong

thumb|Dr Patrick Soon-Shiong Patrick Soon-Shiong (Chinese: 黄馨祥; born July 29, 1952) is a South African and American businessman, investor, medical researcher, and transplant surgeon. He is the inventor of the drug Abraxane, which is used for lung, breast, and pancreatic cancer. Quote The economy is very rough right now, but we have great strengths here. Innovation is a key strength and key to our future competitiveness. Cultural diversity helps, too. Many of us Angelenos have come here from elsewhere, bringing different mindsets. Curiosity, restlessness, an obsession with problem-solving and a good dash of stubbornness. Innovation is a great Los Angeles tradition, and we must make sure it is the hallmark of our future, too. There really is hope… a convergence of science and technology. I do wear a lot of hats, but the way I define myself internally at least is as a physician. External Link Category: living people Category:1952 births