Broad yet specialized background in dermatology, dermatological research, and research management; over 30 years of experience in healthcare and academia. Current role as Senior Scientific Officer at the LEO Foundation, with a focus on advancing philanthropic initiatives aimed at improving the lives of people living with skin diseases. Utilizing my extensive experience in research and research management to support projects that align with the Foundation’s mission. Key highlights of my career include: Clinical expertise: • 26 years working at university hospitals, including 16 years in clinical dermatology • Led cross-regional development projects focused on postgraduate medical education in dermatology • Chaired the Danish Dermatological Society (2014-2016), where we completed large-scale projects, including: Revising candidate selection for specialist training + Updating course descriptions and competence profiles for specialist training • 2.5 years of experience as a junior doctor in England, with a strong passion for working in international, collaborative environments Research contributions: • Ph.D. in microdialysis sampling in the skin, transitioning the methodology from animal models to human studies • Continued microdialysis research for over 15 years through international collaboration with colleagues from Europe, South Africa, and the USA • Contributed to the FDA's consideration of microdialysis as a regulatory tool for evaluating bioequivalence of topical drugs • Collaborated with the pharmaceutical industry on clinical trials and the creation of cross-institutional research centers Leadership & management: • Head of Research at Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte (2009-2011) • Research Director of the Zealand Region (2015-2017), focusing on developing organizational structures, grant processes, and research strategy • Current role as Senior Scientific Officer at the LEO Foundation, applying strategic, analytical, and management skills in research funding and philanthropy Education: • M.D., board-certified dermatologist, with an industrial Ph.D. in dermatology (medicine) from LEO Pharma and the University of Copenhagen. • Master of Public Governance (2013) from Copenhagen Business School/University of Copenhagen, honing my strategic and analytical capabilities.
Listed skills include Teaching, Research, Dermatology, Mentoring, and 46 others.