Califf And Advisory Committees: Will He Push For Reforms?

Confirmation hearing comment suggests FDA Commissioner nominee Robert Califf thinks an overwhelming advisory committee vote should give agency officials pause.

Robert Califf at 2021 Senate confirmation hearing
Robert Califf could influence advisory committee reforms if he becomes FDA commissioner. • Source: Screenshot

Robert Califf may be willing to give advisory committee opinions a little more influence should he become commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration.

Califf hinted during his 14 December Senate confirmation hearing that an overwhelming advisory committee vote should warrant close scrutiny by agency officials before making a decision.

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