RADNOR, PA — NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: NRXP), a biotech company at the forefront of developing innovative drug treatments for CNS and mental health conditions, recently announced the election of Janet Rehnquist to its Board of Directors. Ms. Rehnquist will chair the compliance and nominating committees, bringing her wealth of experience in healthcare law to the table.
As a seasoned healthcare lawyer specializing in reimbursement and compliance issues, Ms. Rehnquist’s appointment is a strategic move for NRx. Her expertise could prove instrumental in navigating the complex regulatory landscape that often accompanies the development and approval of new drug treatments.
Before joining NRx, Ms. Rehnquist held significant roles in the field of healthcare administration. She served as Inspector General of the US Department of Health and Human Services, where she was responsible for identifying and combating waste, fraud, and abuse in the department’s programs. Prior to that, she was Assistant US Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, gaining invaluable experience in federal prosecution.
Ms. Rehnquist expressed enthusiasm about joining the board of NRx, which is currently working on a breakthrough drug for suicidal depression – a condition that affects millions worldwide. “I am excited to join the Board of NRx Pharmaceuticals. I have watched loved ones battle this challenge and I realize the potential of a breakthrough drug for suicidal depression to benefit the lives of millions. I look forward to bringing my passion for healthcare to the mission of improving lives,” she said.
Jonathan Javitt, MD MPH, Founder and Chief Scientist of NRx Pharmaceuticals, hailed Ms. Rehnquist’s appointment as a significant step for the company. “We at NRx are thrilled to welcome someone with Janet’s distinguished record and unquestioned integrity to the Board of NRx Pharmaceuticals,” he remarked. “Janet’s talents as a seasoned attorney and Board member, along with vast healthcare compliance experience align perfectly with our aim to bring a lifesaving drug for suicidal depression to patients in the near future.”
The appointment of Ms. Rehnquist signals NRx’s continued commitment to meet the urgent unmet medical needs in mental health, particularly suicidal depression. As the company moves forward with its mission, her expertise and guidance will be crucial in ensuring NRx’s compliance with healthcare regulations and in steering the company towards its goal of improving and saving lives with breakthrough medical treatments.
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