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Amy Abernethy        

President, Product Development and Chief Medical Officer at Verily

Amy Abernethy currently holds the office of President of Product Development and Chief Medical Officer at Verily, bringing her extensive leadership and medical expertise to the forefront of health and life sciences technology. Prior to Verily, Abernethy served as the Principal Deputy Commissioner and Acting Chief Information Officer of the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA), where she was integral to the agency's modernization efforts, fostering a culture of innovation and data-driven decision making.

In addition to her role at the FDA, Abernethy occupied multiple leadership positions at Flatiron Health, a healthcare technology and services company, serving notably as Chief Medical Officer and Chief Scientific Officer. Her tenure at Flatiron Health demonstrates her ability to navigate the often complex intersection of healthcare, technology, and data, further solidifying her reputation in the field.

Abernethy's academic accomplishments are equally noteworthy. She received her MD from Duke University Medical School, and later returned to the institution to serve as a Professor of Medicine, a testament to her dedication to medical education. Complementing her medical degree, Abernethy also holds a PhD from Flinders University in Australia, further broadening her perspective and depth of understanding in the healthcare sector.

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