Deborah Morosini

Biopharma MD exec w leadership in 2 groundbreaking geomically focussed oncology startups. Founded and led clinical affairs, med affairs & patient advocacy teams. Stellar patient recruitment record

Deborah Morosini, MD is a prominent figure in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry with extensive experience in clinical affairs, patient engagement, and oncology research. She is currently the Founder of Honey Locust Advisers LLC.1

Professional Experience

Dr. Morosini has held several key positions throughout her career:

Chief of Clinical Affairs & Patient Engagement at Prelude Therapeutics Incorporated (July 2020 - Present)1 2
Vice President of Clinical Affairs and Patient Engagement at Loxo Oncology at Lilly (April 2016 - July 2020)1
Vice President of Clinical Affairs & Patient Engagement at Foundation Medicine (August 2013 - April 2016)1
Principal Pathologist II at AstraZeneca (2007 - 2012)1

Advisory Roles and Board Memberships

Dr. Morosini has served on various advisory boards and foundations:

Member of the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) at Target Cancer (2014 - Present)1
Scientific Advisory Board member at National Patient Advocate Foundation (2013 - Present)1
Board of Directors member at NCCN Foundation (2008 - 2019)1
Board member at GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer (2006 - 2019)1

Education

MD from Boston University School of Medicine (1990 - 1997)1
Anatomic & Clinical Pathology Residency at Boston University School of Medicine (1997 - 2002)1
BA in English from Mount Holyoke College (1976 - 1980)1
MSW from NYU Graduate School of Social Work (1984 - 1987)1

Personal Connection and Advocacy

Dr. Morosini has a personal connection to cancer advocacy. She is the sister of Dana Reeve, who was married to actor Christopher Reeve. After Dana's death from lung cancer in 2006, Dr. Morosini became deeply involved in raising awareness about lung cancer, particularly focusing on the fact that it can affect non-smokers.3

Public Speaking and Media Presence

As a passionate patient advocate and public speaker, Dr. Morosini has been featured in numerous non-profit fundraising and government events in oncology. She has provided expert commentary for national television and radio broadcasts, including NBC, ABC, CNN, and FOX News.2

Dr. Deborah Morosini's multifaceted career combines her medical expertise, personal experiences, and dedication to patient advocacy, making her a respected voice in the field of oncology and patient care.