Board Experience
2020 – Present
Beyond Batten Disease Foundation
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2018 – Present
Elwyn Foundation
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2017 – 2023
Together Strong NPC
BOARD CHAIR
Work Experience
2023 – PRESENT
Consultant
NGT BIOPHARMA CONSULTANT
Advising biotech and pharma clients across R&D, clinical trials, regulatory interactions (FDA and international), and development strategy across multiple therapeutic areas.
2018 – 2020
CEO
CRYBIOMEDICINES, LLC
Led biotech start-up developing genetically engineered bacteria for novel protein therapeutics. Directed business strategy, scientific development, and investor relations.
2015 – 2018
Medical Advisor, J&J Global Public Health
THE JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES OF J&J
Provided medical and regulatory strategy for multiple global health programs. Supported drug development, medical affairs, and global distribution of therapies in underserved regions.
2012 – 2014
Compound Development Team Leader, Flubendazole & Mebendazole
THE JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES OF J&J
Led development programs for flubendazole (onchocerciasis) and pediatric mebendazole (soil-transmitted helminthiasis). Secured regulatory approval and WHO adoption of new pediatric formulation.
2007 – 2011
Vice President, Established Products
THE JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES OF J&J
Managed a global portfolio of 80+ marketed products. Directed line extensions, pediatric exclusivity programs, reformulations, and regulatory initiatives.
2003 – 2006
Vice President, Drug Development & Safety
NCNEIL CONSUMER & SPECIALTY PHARMACEUTICALS, J&J
Led R&D and pharmacovigilance for multiple therapeutic areas, including Tylenol line extensions, ADHD (Concerta approval), sickle cell anemia, and cystic fibrosis.
2000 – 2002
SVP, Clinical Operations and Medical & Scientific Affairs
SCP COMMUNICATIONS
1999 – 2002
President
PREMIER RESEARCH WORLDWIDE
1998 – 1999
Senior Director
PREMIER RESEARCH WORLDWIDE
1994 – 1998
Assistant Professor
PENN MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA HEALTH SYSTEMS
1989 – 1994
Director, Internal Medicine Residency Program
PENN MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA HEALTH SYSTEMS
Certifications & Licenses
1980 – Present
American Board of Internal Medicine
1980 – Present
American Board of Internal Medicine
Education
1972
BA
KENYON COLLEGE
1976
MD
JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
1977
Internship: Surgery
HOSPITAL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
1980
Residency: Internal Medicine
HOSPITAL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
1980
