Mark McClellan Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000

Dr. Mark McClellan is a distinguished figure in public health policy with a career that spans both governmental and academic domains. As the Director of the Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy at Duke University, McClellan plays a pivotal role in shaping healthcare policy aimed at improving the quality and affordability of care. Mark's journey into the world of healthcare began with a strong academic foundation. After earning his M.D. from the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology, and his Ph.D. in Economics from MIT, he went on to apply his expertise in various influential settings. His early work as a professor of economics and medicine at Stanford University forged the initial path to his future leadership roles. In the public sector, McClellan has a remarkable track record. He served as the Commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration from 2002 to 2004, where he was instrumental in advancing critical regulatory reforms. Later, as the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) from 2004 to 2006, he led significant efforts to modernize the healthcare system, including overseeing the introduction of Medicare Part D. Beyond his roles in government, Dr. McClellan has been a steadfast advocate for policy-driven innovation in healthcare. Under his leadership, the Duke-Margolis Center has become a cornerstone for multidisciplinary research, blending insights from economics, clinical medicine, and policy research to tackle complex issues within the healthcare system. Dr. McClellan's extensive experience and unwavering commitment to healthcare reform make him a sought-after keynote speaker. His work continues to influence the direction of health policies, aiming to create more sustainable and effective healthcare systems. His balanced approach to policy and practice, enriched by years of hands-on experience, allows him to offer invaluable insights to a broad audience.