Hugh Tilson

The award is named to honor the pioneering work of Wade Hampton Frost (1880-1938), founding professor and chair of the department of epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University. First bestowed in 1972, it recognizes an individual who, through the application of epidemiologic methods, has made a significant contribution to addressing a major public health issue. Tilson's work has been concentrated in the area of pharmacoepidemiology.

In announcing this year's recipient, James A. Gaudino, MD, MS, MPH, co-chair of the awards committee, called Tilson "a recognized and sought-after scientific expert and public health leader" and praised his efforts in epidemiology, public health practice, and public health workforce training and enhancement.

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