Drug Development: Clinical Trials and Regulatory Process

Dr. Joseph D. Ma, Pharm.D., is an Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy at the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Pharmacy Doctorate from the University of California, San Francisco, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in clinical pharmacology at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown, NY. Dr. Ma has a robust background in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked at Amgen from 2004 to 2007 in the Early Development Department. His current research focuses on validating methods for evaluating drug-drug interactions, a critical area in ensuring patient safety and effective medication management.In addition to his research, Dr. Ma practices at the Doris A. Howell Service at the UCSD Moores Cancer Center, where he specializes in symptom management and pain control while addressing psychological and social issues faced by patients. His courses include Drug Commercialization, Drug Development, and Drug Discovery, which are designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills for careers in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Through his work, Dr. Ma contributes significantly to both academic education and clinical practice in the field of pharmacy.