He was awarded a PhD in neuroscience by the University of Liverpool, after which he studied medicine at Leicester University where he obtained his medical degree and undertook post-graduate training as a physician. Dr Hutchison has extensive expertise in all phases of clinical development from first-in-human Phase 1 studies to multi-centre Phase 3 registration trials. He has particular interest and experience in clinical PK/PD, biomarker development and translational medicine that encompasses the therapeutic areas of CNS and cardiovascular disorders and biologics for wound healing. Prior to becoming a Consultant, John was Chief Medical Officer at Renovo, Chief Medical Officer at Vernalis, Medical Director at Cerebrus and Head of Experimental Medicine at Astra.