Deidra Hudson

Deidra Hudson is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Currently serving as Associate Director of Reimbursement Marketing Operations, Value Access and Policy at Apellis Pharmaceuticals since May 2022, Deidra has held various significant roles at Novartis from May 2019 to May 2022, including Associate Director of Systems of Care and Director of Patient Specialty Services Field Operations Rotation. Prior experience includes positions at Genentech, where Deidra worked as Field Reimbursement Manager for Neurology, Immunology, and Ophthalmology, and Clinical Oncology Specialists. Deidra began the career in sales and claims adjustment with reputable companies, including Amgen, Parke-Davis, Prudential Healthcare, and Nationwide Insurance. Deidra holds degrees in Political Studies and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Meredith College.