Stephen Schmitz, MD, Mph
About Stephen Schmitz, MD, Mph
Stephen Schmitz, MD, MPH, serves as the Vice President of Pharmacovigilance and Risk Management at Wave Life Sciences since 2018. He has extensive experience in the medical field, having held various leadership positions in organizations such as Biogen, Shire, and Stryker.
Current Role at Wave Life Sciences
Stephen Schmitz serves as the Vice President of Pharmacovigilance and Risk Management at Wave Life Sciences. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's efforts in ensuring drug safety and managing risks associated with pharmaceutical products. His role involves overseeing pharmacovigilance activities and implementing strategies to monitor and evaluate the safety of medications.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Before joining Wave Life Sciences, Stephen Schmitz held various significant positions in the healthcare sector. He worked as a Fellow at Carney Hospital from 1989 to 1991 and later served as an Attending Physician at the same institution. His experience also includes roles at Biogen as Associate Medical Director and at Stryker as Director of Clinical Development and Medical Affairs. Additionally, he was involved with Shire in multiple capacities, including Therapeutic Head for Neuroscience and Ophthalmology.
Educational Background
Stephen Schmitz has a strong educational foundation in medicine and public health. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from UMDNJ - Rutgers Medical School, completing his studies from 1978 to 1982. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Fairfield University, where he studied from 1974 to 1978. Furthermore, he obtained a Master of Public Health from Boston University, completing this degree from 1989 to 1991.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
Throughout his career, Stephen Schmitz has held various leadership roles in pharmacovigilance and medical affairs. He served as Vice President of Medical and Regulatory Affairs at Averion International and as Medical Director of Global Pharmacovigilance at Lantheus Medical Imaging. His tenure at Shire included positions as Senior Director of Medical Surveillance and Risk Management, showcasing his expertise in managing drug safety and regulatory compliance.
Professional Experience in Europe and the U.S.
Stephen Schmitz has extensive professional experience both in the United States and internationally. He worked in Dublin, Ireland, for Shire in roles focused on medical surveillance and therapeutic leadership. His diverse background includes positions in various states across the U.S., including Massachusetts and Michigan, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of global healthcare practices.