Sumant Ramachandra, M.D., Ph.D. — CEO
For over 25 years, I have been dedicated to advancing innovation and improving patient outcomes in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical technology industries. As the CEO and Board Director of Lutris Pharma, I lead a team of talented professionals who are developing therapies that address key challenges for current therapeutic approaches in cancer. My core competencies include strategic vision, operational excellence, business development, and team building. I have a strong background in immunology, cancer biology, and internal medicine, with an MD and a PhD from Rutgers University and medical training at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School. I also have an MBA from Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania to sharpen my business skills. I am driven by a mission to make an ImmPACT in the lives of patients living with cancer and to create value for our stakeholders, partners, and employees.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in Healthcare and Biotechnology with a focus on cancer treatment innovation.
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Experience: 28 yrs 3 mos
Skills
- Executive Management
- Strategy
- Drug Development
- Clinical Research
- Immunology
- Oncology
Career Highlights
- Over 25 years in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
- Expert in developing cancer therapies.
- Strong leadership in strategic vision and operational excellence.
Work Experience
Lutris Pharma
Chief Executive Officer and Board Director (11 mos)
Lyell Immunopharma
Independent Board Director (1 yr 5 mos)
ImmPACT Bio
Chief Executive Officer & Board Director (11 mos)
President & Chief Executive Officer (2 yrs)
Baxter International Inc.
President, Pharmaceuticals (2 yrs 4 mos)
Chairperson, Baxter Global Inclusion Council (2 yrs 8 mos)
Chief Science and Technology Officer (4 yrs 6 mos)
Pfizer
SVP and Head of R&D Pfizer Essential Health (1 yr 9 mos)
Chief Scientific Officer and Senior Vice President of R&D and Medical & Regulatory Affairs (Hospira) (7 yrs 2 mos)
Merck & Co.
Vice President, Global Development (Oncology) (3 yrs 4 mos)
Program Manager/Associate Director (10 mos)
Pfizer Inc./Pharmacia Corp.
Senior Director & Group Leader, US Medical Oncology (3 yrs 4 mos)
Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital
Intern and Resident Physician (3 yrs)
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA at The Wharton School
Intern & Resident Physician at Harvard Medical School - Massachusetts General Hospital
Ph.D. at Rutgers University
MD at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
B.A. at Rutgers University
High School at Subiaco Academy
