Bio/Wiki
| Profession | President and CEO of Vertex Pharmaceuticals |
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| Known For | Being the first female CEO of a large US biotech company |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Brown |
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| Hair Color | Brown |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Hometown | Huntington, New York, United States |
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Career
| Summary | Beginning her career in medicine, Reshma Kewalramani transitioned into significant roles within the pharmaceutical industry. She served on the boards of prestigious organizations like the Boston University School of Medicine and Massachusetts General Hospital. Reshma's accolades include Harvard Medical School Excellence in Teaching Award and recognition in the Fortune Most Powerful Women List. Her tenure at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, where she progressed from Senior Vice President to CEO and President, marked significant advancements in the treatment of cystic fibrosis and pain management. |
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Social Media
| https://www.facebook.com/reshma.kewalramani/ | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/reshma-kewalramani-md-fasn-8328ba21/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Reshma moved to the United States from Mumbai with her family at the age of 11. | |
| She worked as a Resident Physician at Massachusetts General Hospital from 1998 to 2001. | |
| Reshma was a Nephrology Fellow at Partners HealthCare from 2001 to 2002. | |
| Her roles in the field include working as a Nephrologist and Research Fellow at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. | |
| Reshma spent over six years at Amgen, engaging in various positions in Global Clinical Development and Medical Affairs. | |
| She rose to Vice President and Head of the Nephrology and Metabolic Therapeutic Area at Amgen. | |
| In 2025, she achieved FDA approval for Journavx, a groundbreaking pain medication. | |
| An animal enthusiast, Reshma has a pet dog named Snickers. | |
| She actively participates in philanthropy through Vertex Volunteers, supporting global nonprofit work. |