Vivek Khemka, MD,MBA,Facp (He/Him/His)
About Vivek Khemka, MD,MBA,Facp (He/Him/His)
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Vivek Khemka serves as the Senior Medical Director (Late Phase, Oncology Clinical Development) at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing late-stage clinical trials in oncology, guiding the process from trial design to implementation and monitoring. His expertise aids in the development and eventual approval of new cancer treatments.
Previous Positions at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before his current role, Vivek Khemka was the Senior Medical Director, Oncology (Senior Early Clinical Trial Lead) at Bristol Myers Squibb from 2018 to 2020. In this position, he focused on early-stage clinical trials, leading cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His leadership contributed to the advancement of several early-phase oncology studies.
Experience at HonorHealth and Western Regional Medical Center
Vivek Khemka worked as a Medical Oncologist at HonorHealth Research Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona from 2016 to 2018. He conducted early and late-phase clinical trials and developmental therapeutics. Prior to this, he was at the Western Regional Medical Center in Goodyear, Arizona from 2011 to 2016, specializing in medical oncology and hematology. He has significant experience in clinical trial conduct and patient care in these roles.
Medical Oncology and Hematology Fellowships
Vivek Khemka completed his Medical Oncology and Hematology fellowship at Cooper University Hospital in New Jersey from 2005 to 2008. This fellowship provided him with a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research, setting the stage for his subsequent roles in the field of oncology and hematology.
Education and Executive MBA
Vivek Khemka holds an Executive MBA (with honors) from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, completed between 2011 and 2013, with a focus on Global Management/International Business. Additionally, he completed his medical training at the University of Madras in Medicine & Surgery. His educational background enhances his capabilities in both medical practice and the strategic aspects of drug development and business management.