Farook Ahmed Sheik Ahamath
Chennai,AS
Summary
Passionate and experienced Medical Advisor, specializing in the field of Oncology. Fostering beneficial peer-to-peer relationships among healthcare providers, and advocating for the most optimal patient care possible.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Advisor
MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd
07.2023 - Current
- Provide strategic medical input to support marketing strategy, forecasting, and CMAP development
- Plan and execute scientific educational activities and advisory board meetings
- Therapy area expert for India in Head and Neck and GI cancers
- Maximized product adoption by developing compelling value propositions that resonated with target customer segments.
- Conduct medical training for various Oncology functions, ensuring compliance with guidelines
- Conducted International speaker meetings, pathology expert courses and Advisory board meetings/Expert input forums for various Pembrolizumab indications
- Fostered collaborations across clinical, regulatory, marketing and market access teams, built KOL relationships, driving awareness and endorsement
- Facilitated investigator initiated study proposals aligned with the company areas of Interest
Manager - Medical Affairs
MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd
03.2019 - 06.2023
- Facilitated peer-to-peer medical and scientific information exchange with key stakeholders
- Led the HNSCC, GI Therapeutic Area for India, contributing to disease strategy and brand plans
- Organized expert input forums and non-promotional meetings to disseminate knowledge
- Provided support to the L&D team for field team training on recent updates.
Medical Advisor
Exeltis India Pvt. Ltd
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed multiple divisions and collaborated cross-functionally to drive medical initiatives
- Reviewed and certified promotional and non-promotional materials for HCP communications
- Conducted regular training sessions on product knowledge and pharmacovigilance.
Regional Medical Advisor
Roche India Pvt. Ltd
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Supported senior medical affairs team in executing advisory boards and medical events
- Contributed to the launch of Alectinib for ALK+ NSCLC in India.
Manager - Medical Affairs
MSD Pharmaceutials Pvt. Ltd.
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Critical care - Infectious diseases (Anti-microbial and Anti-fungal)
- Implemented Anti-microbial Stewardship program across tertiary care hospitals in South India
- Built relationships with scientific leaders and provided insight for medical strategy planning.
Regional Medical Advisor
Cadila Healthcare limited
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed and managed relationships with medical leaders for the launch of biosimilar Adalimumab
- Supported in preparing product monographs and communicated latest therapeutic information.
Education
MD Pharmacology -
NTR University of Health Sciences
05.2014
MBBS -
The Tamilnadu Dr MGR Medical university
11.2009
Skills
- Advanced Knowledge of Oncology
- Adaptability
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Communication Skills
- Collaboration Skills
- Computer Skills
- Ethics and Compliance
- Therapeutic Area Proficiency
Languages
Tamil
English
Hindi
Personal Information
Title: Medical Advisor
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Walking
- Cricket
Timeline
Medical Advisor
MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd
07.2023 - Current
Manager - Medical Affairs
MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd
03.2019 - 06.2023
Medical Advisor
Exeltis India Pvt. Ltd
09.2017 - 03.2019
Regional Medical Advisor
Roche India Pvt. Ltd
02.2017 - 08.2017
Manager - Medical Affairs
MSD Pharmaceutials Pvt. Ltd.
09.2015 - 01.2017
Regional Medical Advisor
Cadila Healthcare limited
10.2014 - 06.2015
MD Pharmacology -
NTR University of Health Sciences
MBBS -
The Tamilnadu Dr MGR Medical university
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