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Dr. Sara Brenner Becomes FDA Acting Commissioner Amid Transition

1/29/2025

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Dr. Sara Brenner steps into the role of Acting Commissioner of the FDA, taking over from Robert Califf. With a rich background as Chief Medical Officer for In Vitro Diagnostics and a wealth of experience in public health, she will guide the agency until Dr. Martin Makary is confirmed by the Senate.

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Dr. Sara Brenner steps into the role of Acting Commissioner of the FDA, taking over from Robert Califf. With a rich background as Chief Medical Officer for In Vitro Diagnostics and a wealth of experience in public health, she will guide the agency until Dr. Martin Makary is confirmed by the Senate.