Dr. Hester attributes her success to unwavering perseverance and endurance.
SARASOTA, FL, September 11, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Katherine Hester, MD, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Dr. Hester is an expert in clinical research and consulting who has dedicated over 15 years to advancing medical science and patient care. As the senior global clinical development director at AstraZeneca since 2020, she has led the development of European regulatory authority-mandated areas, complex mandated trials and was part of the regulatory defense team. Dr. Hester’s extensive experience in clinical research has earned her recognition as an expert in the field.
Among various other responsibilities, Dr. Hester maintains the global mission, collaborates with foreign countries, leads investigator meetings across six nations and oversees clinical development. She also designs trials, generates documents, and stays current with the latest literature. Additionally, Dr. Hester conducted significant research projects, including cancer, a malaria trial and other leading work on the Zika virus.
Dr. Hester’s profession was marked by an exciting period during the COVID-19 pandemic when she worked with AstraZeneca on a contract at the peak of a global pandemic. Assisting a regulatory defense team amidst thousands of global regulatory requests regarding vaccines was challenging due to unprecedented time pressure and lack of data.
Before her tenure at AstraZeneca, Dr. Hester contributed her expertise to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and big global pharmaceutical companies Aventis and Merck. She became VP in her 30s. She also consulted for a local company on a project involving stem cell development for anti-aging treatments. This project required Dr. Hester to research requirements and translate them into financial feasibility. She also achieved approval at the Environmental Protection Agency for a laundry additive during the pandemic. She is a great planner and an expert at company strategy planning.
Dr. Hester’s academic journey includes a Doctor of Medicine degree and a Doctor of Philosophy in immunology from Berlin University. These educational credentials have been instrumental in her success, providing a solid foundation for her clinical research and regulatory affairs work. Dr. Hester also holds several certifications, including a US regulatory authority certificate and an ultrasound technician and emergency physician certification.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Hester is deeply committed to her community and personal interests. She served as the chair of the local school Parent-Teacher Association, was an active neighborhood association member and volunteers in Rotary International and as Big Sister.
Dr. Hester attributes her success to unwavering perseverance and endurance. She acknowledges the invaluable inspiration provided by her colleague and surgeon, Dr. Beth Squiers. This mentorship has played a role in shaping Dr. Hester’s career trajectory.
Dr. Hester plans to focus more on cancer research, drawing from her clinical experience and volunteer work with cancer patients to adopt a holistic approach to positively change their lives. She formed an herbal prevention business. Dr. Hester’s remarkable career achievements have made her a distinguished figure in clinical research and consulting, and she looks forward to continued success and making a meaningful impact on both professional and personal fronts.
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