Dharmik Desai

Dharmik Desai is a highly experienced medical professional currently serving as Sr. Medical Director at Apellis Pharmaceuticals since November 2020, focusing on systemic rare diseases in hematology and nephrology. Prior roles include Medical Director at Akcea Therapeutics, where leadership in global medical affairs was emphasized from March 2018 to November 2020, and various positions at Alkermes, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, and Astellas Pharma. Dharmik has a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from the University of Connecticut, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Studies from the same institution. The career path includes significant contributions in medical affairs and information across diverse therapeutic areas.