Mark McClellan
Economist and former FDA Commissioner
Born
June 26th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Served as the 13th Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration from 2002 to 2004. Played a significant role in implementing major drug approval reforms and overseeing public health initiatives. Worked as a professor of practice at Duke University and held leadership positions in health policy research. Involved in various governmental and healthcare organizations focused on improving health outcomes.
Served as Commissioner of the FDA
Played a significant role in drug approval reforms
Led public health initiatives
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