Delano Meriwether

Delano Meriwether
Born (1943-04-23) April 23, 1943
EducationMichigan State University
Duke University
Johns Hopkins University
Years active1967-present
Known for
  • First African American to graduate from Duke Medical
  • Leukemia research
  • 1976 swine flu immunization program
Medical career
ProfessionPhysician
ResearchHematology
Sports career
SportRunning
Event(s)100 yards, 100 metres, 200 metres
Medal record
Representing  United States
Athletics
Pan American Games
1971 Cali100m

Wilhelm Delano Meriwether (born April 23, 1943) is an American physician and a former track and field athlete. He is best known for having been the head of the United States government immunization program during the 1976 swine flu outbreak and as the 1971 US outdoor track and field champion in the 100-yard dash.