Description: Based on the true story of David Fajgenbaum, a former star quarterback-turned-medical student who began a furious charge to save his own life when he was diagnosed with a rare and usually fatal illness. The story centers on Fajgenbaum, once a beast-like Georgetown quarterback and now a brilliant medical student, who is struck down with a fatal disease and given only six months to live. With no known cure, he gathers together an unconventional team to challenge every presumption of the medical establishment in a race to save his own life. Today, Dr. Fajgenbaum is a leader in the medical community. Dr. Fajgenbaum and his team at Every Cure and the University of Pennsylvania were recently chronicled in the New York Times for their work using AI to repurpose existing medications to treat rare diseases.
Genre: Feature Film
Date Created: N/A
Content: WENDY FINERMAN PRODUCTIONS
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STATUS: Development
PRODUCER: Wendy Finerman – Jonathan Lim – Robin Jonas – Steven P. Wegner – Lisa Zupan
WRITER: Amy Snow
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“Chasing My Cure”: A Gripping Tale of Survival
Based on the true story of David Fajgenbaum, “Chasing My Cure” revolves around a former star quarterback-turned-medical student who embarks on a relentless mission to save his life after being diagnosed with a rare and terminal illness. With no known cure in sight, Fajgenbaum assembles an unconventional team to challenge conventional medical beliefs and race against time to secure his survival.
This feature film delves into the inspiring journey of a once formidable athlete turned medical pioneer. Dr. Fajgenbaum’s resilient spirit and innovative approach, along with his team at Every Cure and the University of Pennsylvania, have garnered attention for their groundbreaking work utilizing AI to repurpose existing medications for treating rare diseases. A powerful narrative of hope and determination, “Chasing My Cure” showcases the triumph of human spirit against overwhelming odds.
