Sami Alam, MD
About Sami Alam, MD
Sami Alam, MD, serves as the Associate Director of Adult and Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology (Rare Disease) at Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. He has extensive experience in the medical field, including roles in clinical research and education, and has worked with various organizations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Work at Mirum Pharmaceuticals
Sami Alam serves as the Associate Director (Clinical Trial Liaison) for Adult and Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology focusing on rare diseases at Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. He has been in this role since 2024. Prior to this position, he worked as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) at the same company from 2021 to 2022. In these roles, he has focused on cultivating and maintaining relationships with clinical trial sites and hospitals, specifically in the field of rare liver diseases.
Education and Expertise
Sami Alam obtained his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Dow International Medical School, where he studied from 2009 to 2015. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in medicine, which he applies in his current role in gastroenterology and hepatology. He also engages in scientific discussions and exchanges with key opinion leaders and researchers at various conferences.
Background in Clinical Research
Before his current role at Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Sami Alam worked at Sunbeam Clinical Research as a Medical Science Liaison from 2017 to 2021 in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. He also held a position as a Consultant at Lundbeck from 2018 to 2019. His experience includes presenting information relevant to pharmaceutical products and clinical trials to healthcare providers, researchers, and administrators.
Experience in Event Management
In addition to his medical career, Sami Alam has worked in event management and entertainment production since 2015. He has served as a Host/Emcee for various companies in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This role complements his medical expertise by enhancing his communication skills and ability to engage with diverse audiences.
Professional Training and Teaching
Sami Alam has been an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at UNT Health Science Center since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the education of future healthcare professionals. He also completed a professional training program at UTHealth Psychiatry in 2018, which further enriched his clinical experience.