Nishita Shah, MD
Sunnyvale,California
Summary
- Highly motivated and goal driven Medical Affairs Professional with about 6 years of industry experience across different therapy areas such as Immunology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Respiratory.
- Proven ability to communicate scientific knowledge in a clinically relevant way internally and externally.
- An out-of the box, analytical thinker committed to meeting scientific, educational and research needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in medical affairs, commercial, clinical operations, regulatory and other cross functional teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Advisor (Immunology)
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented the medical pre-launch and launch strategy for Ustekinumab (Stelara) and Guselkumab (Tremfya) in India for Immunology TA.
- Managed Phase IV studies for Ustekinumab in Crohn’s Disease and Golimumab in Spondyloarthropathies.
- Served as Study Responsible Physician (SRP) for Stelara Phase IV study in Crohn's Disease.
- Authored 2 peer-reviewed publications and presented at international congresses.
- Led 4 advisory boards, 40+ webinars, and 4+ international speaker programs.
- Provided scientific trainings to marketing and sales teams.
- Worked closely with clinical operations team for the conduction of Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies in India.
- Worked with regulatory team for new product filing ( Ustekinumab and Guselkumab)
- Received 5 awards from India leadership team and APAC teams for contributions to medical strategy and TA shaping activities
Medical Lead (Hypertension)
Servier India Pvt Ltd
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed medical strategy for hypertension portfolio, including 5 launched and 1 pre-launch product.
- Published 8 manuscripts; 2 presented at ESH-2021 and published in the Journal of Hypertension.
- Led 8 investigator-initiated trials and supported 1 Phase III & 1 Phase IV study.
- Conducted 2 advisory boards, 5 short courses, and 8 webinars.
Regional Medical Advisor (Immunology & Respiratory)
AstraZeneca India Ltd
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Supported the launch of Fasenra (Benralizumab) in India.
- Conducted 1 advisory board, 6 CMEs, and 5 awareness programs.
- Served as SPOC for SABINA International study, initiating 5 sites and overseeing study progress.
Medical Affairs Trainee (Gastroenterology & Neurology)
Wockhardt Ltd India
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted in medico-marketing activities for assigned therapeutic areas.
- Evaluated new products and presented findings to leadership teams.
- Conducted medical/scientific training for internal stakeholders.
Specialty Medical Officer – Gastroenterology
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed gastroenterological conditions in OPD, IPD, and ICU settings.
- Assisted in endoscopy and other procedures.
Education
M.D. - Pharmacology
MIMER Medical College
Talegaon, Pune06.2018
M.B.B.S. -
MIMER Medical College
Talegaon, Pune03.2014
Certificate - Clinical Trial Design And Management
UCSC Silicon Valley Extension
Santa Clara, CA12-2025
Skills
- Medical Strategy
- KOL engagement
- Stakeholder Management
- Pharmacovigilance
- Clinical data management
- Clinical Project Management
- Good Clinical practice
- Ethics and compliance
Timeline
Medical Advisor (Immunology)
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines
08.2021 - 06.2024
Medical Lead (Hypertension)
Servier India Pvt Ltd
07.2019 - 08.2021
Regional Medical Advisor (Immunology & Respiratory)
AstraZeneca India Ltd
07.2018 - 07.2019
Medical Affairs Trainee (Gastroenterology & Neurology)
Wockhardt Ltd India
09.2016 - 12.2016
Specialty Medical Officer – Gastroenterology
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2015
M.D. - Pharmacology
MIMER Medical College
M.B.B.S. -
MIMER Medical College
Certificate - Clinical Trial Design And Management
UCSC Silicon Valley Extension
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