Bruce N. Kuhlik

Overview

Bruce N. Kuhlik, January, 2008 - Executive Vice President and General Counsel - responsible for legal, communications, and public policy functions and The Merck Company Foundation (a not-for-profit charitable organization affiliated with the Company); May, 2005 - Vice President and Associate General Counsel - primary responsibility for the Company's Vioxx litigation defense. Prior to May 2005, Mr. Kuhlik was Senior Vice President and General Counsel for the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America since October, 2002.