Samit Hirawat

Samit Hirawat serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Bristol Myers Squibb, overseeing a team focused on advancing the company's clinical assets from proof-of-concept to commercialization through innovative trial design and operations driven by data science and digital tools. Previously, Samit held significant roles at Novartis, including Executive Vice President and Head of Oncology Global Development, as well as Senior Vice President, Global Program Head for oncology treatments. Samit has extensive experience in oncology drug development and leadership within prominent pharmaceutical companies such as PTC Therapeutics and Pharmacia Corporation. Educational qualifications include fellowships and residencies in medical oncology and internal medicine from notable institutions, laying a strong foundation for a career dedicated to advancing cancer therapies.