Dr. Pat Keegan
Urologist
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Dr. Pat Keegan is a urologist and Executive Medical Director of Clinical Development at CG Oncology in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Episode # 311 • 23 Jun 2026
Career Diversification for Urologists Beyond the Clinic
What happens when urologists look beyond the clinic and take on leadership in the life sciences industry? In this episode of BackTable Urology, host Dr. Raj Pruthi talks with Dr. Kelly Parsons and Dr. Pat Keegan about their journeys from academic urology to executive roles in biotech and pharma. They discuss what motivated their transitions, how physician expertise adds value in industry, and the realities of life outside of traditional clinical practice.
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Dr. Pat Keegan is a physician leader specializing in oncology drug development and clinical research, currently serving as Executive Medical Director of Clinical Development at CG Oncology. In this role, he leads the clinical development of innovative therapies for bladder cancer, working closely with investigators to advance clinical trials evaluating novel oncolytic immunotherapies for patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. His work focuses on translating scientific discoveries into new treatment options while supporting collaborations between academic researchers, community physicians, and industry partners.
Dr. Keegan earned his medical degree and Master of Public Health from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and has built a career spanning academic medicine, the pharmaceutical industry, and clinical development. Prior to joining CG Oncology, he held leadership positions overseeing oncology clinical research and therapeutic development, with expertise in genitourinary cancers and immuno-oncology. Through his leadership in clinical trials, scientific collaboration, and medical affairs, Dr. Keegan continues to contribute to the development of innovative bladder cancer therapies aimed at improving outcomes for patients worldwide.
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