Sung Hee Choe
About Sung Hee Choe
Sung Hee Choe is the Managing Director of FasterCures at the Milken Institute Health, overseeing programmatic portfolios and daily operations while contributing to reports on cell and gene therapies, pandemic preparedness, and antimicrobial resistance.
Managing Director at Faster Cures, Milken Institute Health
Sung Hee Choe currently holds the position of Managing Director at Faster Cures, part of the Milken Institute Health. In this role, she oversees the programmatic portfolio and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization. Her leadership includes managing various projects aimed at accelerating the discovery and deployment of medical solutions. She ensures that the organization meets its strategic goals and operational efficiencies.
Expertise in Cell and Gene Therapies
Sung Hee Choe has made significant contributions to the field of cell and gene therapies. She has co-authored multiple reports on this subject, focusing on critical aspects such as regulatory and access considerations. Her involvement in these areas helps shape the understanding and regulatory landscape for these advanced medical technologies, which are pivotal for treating various genetic conditions.
Innovative Financing Models for Global Health
Sung Hee Choe has also worked on developing innovative financing models for global health initiatives, specifically for early warning systems for pandemics. She has co-authored reports that explore sustainable finance solutions for pandemic preparedness and response. These efforts are essential for establishing effective early warning mechanisms that can mitigate the impacts of global health emergencies.
Data Governance and Pandemic Preparedness
In her role, Sung Hee Choe has co-authored a report on data governance, focusing on the importance of robust data systems in early warning for pandemics. Her work promotes the use of comprehensive data strategies to improve global health monitoring and response capabilities. By advocating for better data governance, she supports efforts to enhance the effectiveness of global health systems.
Advocacy for Antimicrobial Resistance and Antibiotic Development
Sung Hee Choe has been involved in addressing antimicrobial resistance and the need for new antibiotic development. She co-authored a report that deals with the financing challenges associated with antibiotic development. Her contributions in this area aim to incentivize investment and innovation in antibiotics, addressing a critical public health threat posed by resistant microbial strains.