Ralph Kern
About Ralph Kern
Ralph Kern is the Chief Medical Officer with a distinguished career in medical leadership, previously serving in key roles at BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics, Biogen, Novartis, and Genzyme.
Ralph Kern Chief Medical Officer
Ralph Kern is currently serving as the Chief Medical Officer. His career reflects a robust background in the medical field, underscored by leadership roles in several top-tier organizations. He brings a wealth of experience from his extensive work history in clinical and biopharmaceutical sectors.
Ralph Kern at BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics
Ralph Kern previously held the dual role of President and Chief Medical Officer at BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics. In this capacity, he was responsible for leading the company’s medical strategies and operations, contributing to the development and management of innovative cell therapy treatments aimed at addressing neurodegenerative diseases.
Ralph Kern Experience at Biogen
At Biogen, Ralph Kern served as the Senior Vice President (SVP) and head of the global medical organization. His tenure involved overseeing the global medical strategies and aligning them with the company’s objectives to advance research and development in the neurological and immunological disease spaces.
Ralph Kern's Role at Novartis
Ralph Kern held the position of Vice President (VP) and head of the US Neuroscience Medical Unit at Novartis. He was responsible for steering medical strategies and initiatives within the company’s neuroscience division, promoting the development and dissemination of neurological treatments.
Ralph Kern General Manager at Genzyme
As General Manager of the Fabrazyme biologics franchise at Genzyme, Ralph Kern managed operations related to this specific biologic. His role included ensuring the franchise's success through effective leadership and strategic oversight.
Ralph Kern University of Toronto Academic Leadership
Ralph Kern led the academic neurology program at the University of Toronto, where he was instrumental in advancing neurological research and education. Concurrently, he served as the head of the clinical neurophysiology department at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto.
Ralph Kern Educational Background
Ralph Kern's educational journey began with an undergraduate degree in neurophysiology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. He earned his MD from Queens’ University in Kingston, Ontario, after which he completed his post-graduate neurology training at McGill University and University College London, UK. Additionally, he pursued a research fellowship in pediatric epilepsy and EEG at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. In 2003, he completed the MHSc program in Health Administration from the Institute of Health Policy Management and Evaluation at the University of Toronto.