The Journey from Patient to Scientist: A Q&A with Dr. Primal Kaur

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Dr. Primal Kaur shares how her childhood asthma shaped her medical career and her focus on treating chronic inflammatory diseases. She highlights TEZSPIRE for severe asthma and inspires future scientists with the impact of their work on patients' lives.

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2026-02-28 16:34:51

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Dr. Primal Kaur, a physician scientist and Vice President of Global Development, Inflammation at Amgen, discusses how her personal experience with severe asthma as a child inspired her career in medicine and her work on treatments for chronic inflammatory diseases. She highlights the development of TEZSPIRE (tezepelumab-ekko), a new medication for severe asthma, and emphasizes the fulfillment found in helping patients lead lives less defined by their illness. Dr. Kaur encourages perseverance to those pursuing careers in science and medicine, noting the significant impact they can make.

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