Speaker Profile
Biography
Leveraging extensive experience in genetics and pharmacology, Dr. Shaman is a leading expert in the rapidly evolving field of PGx. Dr. Shaman plays a critical role in bridging the gap between genetic science and clinical application. This includes translating decades of cutting-edge genetic research into actionable insights on the safest and most effective medications for individuals based on their unique DNA and dozens of other factors. Driven to advance public health, he is focused on enabling the delivery of personalized medicine at scale and empowering the most precise medical care worldwide. He consults with large employers, public and private payer organizations, healthcare systems, academic institutions, and laboratories around the globe, advising them on how to eliminate trial-and-error prescribing, improve population health, and control rising healthcare costs. Dr. Shaman is dedicated to setting the industry standard and pioneering new advancements in the field.
Session Abstract – PMWC 2025 Silicon Valley
Track Chair:
Kristine Ashcraft, YouScript
Program Theme: Addressing Persistent PGx Myths
- PMWC 2025 Award Ceremony:
Luminary Honoree: Philip E. Empey, UPMC
Pioneer Honoree: Collen Masimirembwa, University of the Witwatersrand
- Keynote: Genomic Diversity in Africa: Pharmacogenetics and Clinical Applications
- Collen Masimirembwa, University of the Witwatersrand
- PGx is Expensive and Insurance Coverage is Limited (PANEL)
Chair: Jai Patel, Atrium Health
- Lena Chaihorskym, Alva10
- Mark Fleury, ACS CAN
- Kristine Ashcraft, YouScript
- Alison L. Quinn, Kaiser - Science Backing PGx is Limited (PANEL)
Chair: Sara Rogers, American Society of Pharmacovigilance
- Russ Altman, Stanford
- Philip E. Empey, UPMC
- Jeff Shaman, Coriell Life Sciences
- PGx is Hard to Implement (PANEL)
Chair: Kristine Crews, St Jude
- Suzanne Stevens, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
- Deepak Voora, VA
- Jennifer Wick, The Christ Hospital Health Network
- Latha Palaniappan, Stanford - Fireside Chat
Chair: Damon Hostin, Illumina
- Dan Hertz, University of Michigan - What will It Take to Make PGx the Standard of Care? (PANEL)
Chair: Kristine Ashcraft, YouScript
- Alan Venook, UCSF/ NCCN
- Gary Marchant, ASU
- Dan Hertz, University of Michigan
- Deepak Voora, VA