Kenneth Cheng
About Kenneth Cheng
Kenneth Cheng is a Nuclear Pharmacy Manager at the National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2008. He holds a BS in Pharmacy from the University of Buffalo, a Hospital Pharmacy Residency from the University of Kansas Medical Center, a PhD in Radiopharmaceutical Sciences from Purdue University, and completed a Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Kenneth Cheng has been serving as the Nuclear Pharmacy Manager at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2008. In this role, he oversees the operations of the nuclear pharmacy within the Clinical Center at NIH. His responsibilities include ensuring the safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals in clinical research and patient care. Cheng's position at NIH allows him to contribute to advancements in nuclear medicine and support various clinical trials and studies.
Education and Expertise
Kenneth Cheng holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Buffalo. He furthered his education at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where he completed a Hospital Pharmacy Residency from 1978 to 1980. Cheng earned a PhD in Radiopharmaceutical Sciences from Purdue University. Additionally, he completed a Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School from 1984 to 1986. This extensive educational background equips him with a strong foundation in pharmacy, hospital pharmacy practices, and radiopharmaceutical sciences.
Background
Kenneth Cheng's academic journey began with his undergraduate studies in Pharmacy at the University of Buffalo. He then pursued specialized training in hospital pharmacy at the University of Kansas Medical Center, followed by advanced studies in Radiopharmaceutical Sciences at Purdue University. His commitment to furthering his expertise led him to a Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School. This diverse educational experience has shaped his career in nuclear pharmacy.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Kenneth Cheng has made significant contributions to the field of nuclear pharmacy. His role at the National Institutes of Health involves managing the nuclear pharmacy operations, which plays a crucial part in clinical research. Cheng's educational qualifications and extensive training in pharmacy and radiopharmaceutical sciences underscore his expertise in the field. His work supports the development and application of radiopharmaceuticals in medical research and patient care.