Dr. Kathleen Kane is a board-certified expert in sterile compounding with over 17 years of experience across community, institutional, and industry pharmacy. She currently leads cleanroom design and compliance initiatives at the University of Chicago, aligning with USP and cGMP standards. A graduate of Chicago State University College of Pharmacy, Dr. Kane has advanced compounding education and training, including developing national competition programs and hands-on instructional courses. She was among the first to earn BCSCP certification and now serves on the BPS Compounded Sterile Preparations Specialty Council, where she will chair in 2025. Dr. Kane is an active contributor to APC, ISPE, ICHP, ASHP, and Lachman Consultants. Her work bridges regulatory excellence, clinical practice, and professional education, making her a sought-after speaker and consultant in the field.