McClellan takes to the airways
Executive Summary
During a Jan. 15 appearance on National Public Radio's "Diane Rehm Show," Commissioner McClellan responded to questions about pressure from Congress to speed up approval times: "We do get pressure from Congress and other constituents...[but] I think we've got some win-win opportunities here." McClellan cited the additional resources and authorities afforded to the agency through the reauthorization of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act and noted that FDA will be expanding its staff for reviewing medical treatments and devices...