Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards & Recognitions
Publications & Seminars
Personal Attributes
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Shweta Arora

Mumbai

Summary

A dynamic and visionary leader with nearly 14 years of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Proven expertise in strategic planning, marketing operations, and training & development, combined with a robust background in clinical research, phase IV studies, and product advocacy. Renowned for building strong networks with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and for steering cross-functional teams toward operational excellence. Adept at conceptualizing evidence-based marketing strategies, conducting high-impact training programs, and aligning scientific communication with business goals. A lifelong learner and published researcher, Dr. Arora holds advanced degrees in diabetes, obesity, and neuroplasticity, integrating medical science with strategic leadership to drive innovation and growth.

Leadership & Strategic Impact: To leverage my cross-functional expertise to design and execute strategic business models that drive scientific, commercial, and operational excellence. Operational Excellence: To develop and implement marketing strategies that strengthen brand positioning and accelerate growth in dynamic, competitive environments. Team Empowerment: To mentor diverse teams through structured learning and development initiatives, fostering leadership pipelines within organizations. Scientific Advocacy: To contribute to global healthcare advancement through medical research, pharmacovigilance, and evidence-based clinical practices.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Freelance Nutritionist & Research Author

- Current
  • Develop personalized nutrition and lifestyle plans focusing on diabetes, obesity, and neuroplasticity.
  • Authored research papers and educational books on 'The Brain’s Hidden Power' and 'Strategic Adoption of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in India'.
  • Editorial contributor and Journal Editor, Diabetes & Metabolism.

Medical Scientific Liaison

Guerbet India Limited
01.2024 - Current
  • Lead Phase IV clinical studies and Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs) across India.
  • Develop strategic roadmaps, SOPs, and marketing blueprints for clinical and business alignment.
  • Strengthen relationships with radiologists, interventional radiologists, nephrologists, and hepatologists nationwide.
  • Design and deliver scientific training programs for medical teams; conduct advisory board meetings and CME programs.
  • Oversee regulatory compliance and post-marketing safety surveillance.
  • Spearhead scientific communication projects and contribute to “Guerbet Insights” initiatives.

Medical Scientific Liaison – Retina Division

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
08.2010 - 12.2023
  • Provided scientific expertise in retinal therapies; collaborated with KOLs to support treatment optimization.
  • Facilitated field-force capability building through clinical workshops and symposia.

Medical Scientific Liaison – Kidney & Renal Transplant Division

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 11.2022
  • Led strategic account planning, competitive intelligence, and business analytics.
  • Awarded 'MSL of the Year (2012)' and '10 Hats Award' for excellence in CVM division.
  • Developed robust relationships with nephrologists and transplant specialists across India.

Medical Scientific Liaison – Diabetes Division

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
01.2011 - 07.2013
  • Bridged clinical and commercial functions, aligning research data with real-world practice.
  • Conducted national-level medical updates and symposia for endocrinologists.

Product Advisor

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
08.2010 - 12.2011
  • Supported product launches through targeted physician engagement and market research.

Product Advisor

Cipla Ltd.
11.2009 - 07.2010
  • Supported new product introductions and executed localized marketing campaigns.
  • Coordinated with HCPs to collect feedback and enhance brand performance.

Education

Ph.D. (Doctorate in Business Administration) -

SP Jain College of Management
01.2025

Diploma - Artificial Intelligence

Austin University
01.2024

Honorary Ph.D. - Diabetes, Obesity & Neuroplasticity

Washington University
01.2023

Diploma - Nutrition & Dietetics

AAFT
01.2022

MBA (Executive, Marketing) - undefined

Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi University
01.2014

B.Ed. - undefined

Kurukshetra University
01.2011

B.Sc. - Zoology

Ramjas College, Delhi University
01.2007

Skills

Strategic Planning & Leadership

Certification

Pharmacovigilance, Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Cliniminds, Noida

Awards & Recognitions

MSL of the Year (2012) – Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., 10 Hats Award – Excellence in CVM Division., Excellence in KOL Development – Recognized for outstanding engagement with medical specialists nationwide., Health care Excellence & Leadership Award 2025, Guinness World Record : Attempted largest radiology lesson

Publications & Seminars

  • Authored 7 publications on Diabetes, Obesity, and Brain Elasticity (Indexed on Google Scholar).
  • Editor, Journal of Diabetes & Metabolism.
  • Speaker at national and international conferences on Diabetes, Obesity, and Neuroplasticity.
  • Authored books: 'The Brain’s Hidden Power'

Personal Attributes

  • Strategic, analytical, and innovation-driven mindset.
  • Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
  • Excellent communicator and relationship builder.
  • Deeply passionate about education, neuroscience, and patient care.
  • Committed to excellence, ethics, and lifelong learning.

Timeline

Medical Scientific Liaison

Guerbet India Limited
01.2024 - Current

Medical Scientific Liaison – Kidney & Renal Transplant Division

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 11.2022

Medical Scientific Liaison – Diabetes Division

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
01.2011 - 07.2013

Medical Scientific Liaison – Retina Division

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
08.2010 - 12.2023

Product Advisor

Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
08.2010 - 12.2011

Product Advisor

Cipla Ltd.
11.2009 - 07.2010

Freelance Nutritionist & Research Author

- Current

Diploma - Artificial Intelligence

Austin University

Honorary Ph.D. - Diabetes, Obesity & Neuroplasticity

Washington University

Diploma - Nutrition & Dietetics

AAFT

MBA (Executive, Marketing) - undefined

Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi University

B.Ed. - undefined

Kurukshetra University

B.Sc. - Zoology

Ramjas College, Delhi University

Ph.D. (Doctorate in Business Administration) -

SP Jain College of Management
Shweta Arora