US FDA Rethinking Post-Market Safety Function As Part Of New Drug Review 'Modernization'
Executive Summary
CDER Deputy Director Cavazzoni is leading the review, further indicating her status as heir-apparent to long-time drug center director Janet Woodcock.
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