Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Nicole Visitacion is an accomplished healthcare executive with over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. As the Vice President of Medical Affairs at Neumora, she is responsible for leading the company's medical strategy, scientific communications, and key opinion leader engagement to support the development and commercialization of innovative treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Vice President of Medical Affairs at Neumora, Nicole is responsible for overseeing the medical affairs function, including scientific and medical strategy, medical communications, medical information, and medical affairs operations. She collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration of medical affairs into the overall drug development and commercialization process. Under her leadership, the medical affairs team has played a pivotal role in the successful launch of Neumora's groundbreaking therapies, contributing to improved patient outcomes and increased access to innovative treatments.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Nicole held various leadership positions in medical affairs and scientific communications at prominent biopharmaceutical companies, including Dermira, Inc. and Amgen. As the Executive Director of Medical Affairs at Dermira, she led the medical strategy and scientific communications for the company's dermatology portfolio, driving significant increases in market share and patient access. At Amgen, she served as the Director of Medical Information, where she played a crucial role in supporting the global launch and lifecycle management of the company's industry-leading cardiovascular and oncology products.
Academic Background
Nicole holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She is a licensed pharmacist and a certified transformational coach, bringing a unique blend of clinical, scientific, and leadership expertise to her work.
Areas of Expertise
- Medical affairs strategy and execution
- Scientific communications and medical education
- Key opinion leader engagement and advisory board management
- Cross-functional collaboration and project management
- Regulatory affairs and medical writing
- Transformational leadership and coaching
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Nicole has been recognized for her strategic thinking, innovative approach, and strong communication skills. She has led numerous successful medical affairs initiatives, including the development of comprehensive medical communications strategies, the implementation of impactful scientific and medical education programs, and the facilitation of productive partnerships with key opinion leaders and advocacy groups. Her contributions have been instrumental in advancing the understanding and adoption of cutting-edge therapies, ultimately improving patient outcomes and access to care.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, deep industry knowledge, and collaborative leadership style, Nicole Visitacion is a valuable asset to Neumora and the broader healthcare community. She is dedicated to driving medical innovation, enhancing patient-centric care, and inspiring her teams to achieve exceptional results in the pursuit of improved health outcomes.
