Dr Fiona Mac Lean, D Pharm
About Dr Fiona Mac Lean, D Pharm
Dr. Fiona Mac Lean is a Senior Medical Manager at Kite Pharma, with extensive experience in clinical pharmacy and medical science. She has held various roles in healthcare, including Lead Clinical Pharmacist at NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and Senior Cancer Care Pharmacist at NHS Lothian.
Work at Kite Pharma
Dr. Fiona Mac Lean has been serving as a Senior Medical Manager at Kite Pharma since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing medical strategies and ensuring the effective delivery of cellular therapies. Her position involves collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance patient care and optimize treatment outcomes. Additionally, she has held the role of Cellular Therapy Manager at Kite Pharma since 2018, focusing on the development and implementation of innovative therapies in the United Kingdom.
Previous Experience at Gilead Sciences
Prior to her current role, Dr. Mac Lean worked at Gilead Sciences as a Medical Scientist from 2017 to 2018. During her 11-month tenure, she contributed to the development of medical strategies and supported clinical research initiatives. This experience enhanced her expertise in the pharmaceutical industry and provided her with a solid foundation in medical science.
Career at NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Dr. Mac Lean spent 15 years at NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde as the Lead Clinical Pharmacist from 2002 to 2017. In this capacity, she managed clinical pharmacy services and played a vital role in improving pharmaceutical care in South Glasgow. Her leadership in this role contributed to the advancement of patient-centered care within the NHS framework.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Fiona Mac Lean earned her Doctor of Pharmacy (DPharm) from the University of Strathclyde, where she focused on the ehealth contribution to the delivery of pharmaceutical care, completing her studies from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Clinical Pharmacy from the same institution, which she obtained between 2006 and 2008. Her educational background supports her extensive knowledge and expertise in clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical care.
Experience at NHS Lothian
Before her role at NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, Dr. Mac Lean worked as a Senior Cancer Care Pharmacist at NHS Lothian from 1999 to 2002. In this position, she focused on providing specialized pharmaceutical care to cancer patients at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre. Her experience in oncology pharmacy has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of cancer treatment and patient management.