Susan Edelstein
About Susan Edelstein
Susan Edelstein serves as the Senior Vice President of Clinical Research at Ardelyx, Inc., where she has worked since 2010. With a background in biochemistry and extensive experience in clinical research, she focuses on gastrointestinal and renal conditions.
Work at Ardelyx
Susan Edelstein has been employed at Ardelyx, Inc. since 2010, accumulating 14 years of experience within the organization. She currently holds the position of Senior Vice President of Clinical Research, a role she has occupied since 2022. Prior to this, she served as Vice President of Clinical Research from 2019 to 2022. Her work is based in Fremont, California, where she has contributed to various clinical research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Susan Edelstein studied at Boston University School of Medicine, where she earned a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from 1990 to 1991. She also holds an A.B. in Biochemistry from Smith College. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in clinical research, particularly in gastrointestinal and renal conditions.
Clinical Research Contributions
Edelstein has participated in research studies focusing on the efficacy of Tenapanor for treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) and hyperphosphatemia. She has also contributed to posthoc analyses of clinical trial data for IBSRELA and XPHOZAH, showcasing her involvement in significant clinical research projects.
Publications and Presentations
Susan Edelstein has co-authored studies that have been presented at major medical conferences, including the Digestive Disease Week Conference and the National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meetings. Her contributions to these conferences highlight her active role in disseminating research findings within the medical community.