Steven Chao

Steven Chao is a Partner at ClearView Healthcare Partners, a consulting firm specializing in the life sciences sector. He is one of the founders of the firm, which was established in 2007. Chao has a diverse background that includes roles as a strategic life sciences consultant, physician, and scientist. His expertise encompasses therapeutic area growth, clinical development optimization, and brand strategy, among other areas. He has collaborated with various stakeholders in the life sciences industry, including biopharma, diagnostics, medical devices, and biotech companies.123

Chao's previous experience includes significant positions at McKinsey & Company, where he led strategic projects in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, and at Leerink Swann Strategic Advisors, where he served as Vice President. He holds both an MD and a Ph.D. from Harvard Medical School, with his doctoral studies focused on Neuroscience. Additionally, he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry from Harvard University and has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles.124