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In this episode of Beyond the Endpoint, hosts Manesh Patel and Emily O'Brien welcome Robert Califf, a renowned cardiologist and former FDA commissioner, to discuss the complexities of modern medicine and public health. Califf shares insights on the challenges of delivering effective healthcare at a population level, the impact of misinformation in today’s world, and the importance of regulatory science. He reflects on his career, including his time at the FDA and his contributions to clinical research and cardiovascular medicine. The conversation also explores the financialization of healthcare, the role of data in improving health outcomes, and the need for a balanced approach to patient care.
About Our Guest
Robert Califf, MD, MACC, is a cardiologist and medical researcher who recently returned to Duke University following his tenure at the FDA. As the founder of the Duke Clinical Research Institute, Califf established what became one of the world's largest academic research organizations dedicated to improving patient care through innovative clinical research. Califf has dedicated his career to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based approaches. At Duke, he continues his work in cardiovascular health while sharing his expertise in regulatory science and clinical trial methodology.