Dr. Jon Suzuki ’68 was appointed to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Immunology Devices Panel and Medical Advisory Committee, which is evaluating COVID-19 vaccine applications, interpreting clinical trial data and ultimately, approving vaccines for use.

Dr. Suzuki holds clinical professorships at the University of Maryland, University of Washington and Nova Southeastern University. He is also on the faculty of the U.S. Navy Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and is currently providing seminars for the U.S. Navy, Army and Air Force on COVID-19 immunology.  A faculty member of the Misch Implant Institute for over 20 years, Dr. Suzuki is a world renowned periodontist and immunologist. He also serves as chairman of the FDA’s Dental Products Advisory Panel.