From Guidelines to Judgment: When Medicine Requires Leadership, Not Checklists
In medicine, guidelines are essential. They provide a framework for diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. They are built on evidence, research, and years of clinical experience. Yet, as valuable as guidelines are, they cannot replace judgment. Every patient is unique, every disease can present differently, and every situation carries variables that cannot always be captured […]
When Science Moves Faster Than Society: Navigating Innovation Responsibly
Science is advancing at an unprecedented pace. Breakthroughs in biotechnology, immunology, and precision medicine promise therapies that were unimaginable just a decade ago. As someone who has worked on the frontlines of drug development, I have had the privilege of witnessing these innovations firsthand. At the same time, I have seen how rapidly moving science […]
From Science to Leadership: Building Teams that Inspire and Deliver
When I reflect on my journey from physician to biotech executive, one lesson stands out above all others. Science alone does not bring discoveries to patients. It is the people behind the science—the teams, collaborators, and colleagues—who transform knowledge into therapies that truly matter. Learning to lead teams effectively has been one of the most […]
Ethics and Innovation: Navigating Tough Decisions in Drug Development
Drug development is often described as a combination of science, strategy, and persistence. But anyone who has worked in this field knows that there is another equally important element: ethics. Every day, decisions are made that affect patients, research teams, and healthcare systems. Balancing innovation with responsibility requires careful thought, humility, and a commitment to […]