Anika Khokha Rana
Site Head, Global Medical Function @Novartis
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WORK HISTORY
Site Head, Global Medical Function @Novartis
Hyderabad, IN
Leading the global medical function at the Hyderabad site, I oversee strategic deployment of medical safety initiatives across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives. My role focuses on building and nurturing a high-impact Medical Safety team, guiding a large cohort of physicians and safety professionals, and establishing a sustainable talent pipeline of future leaders. I drive excellence in medical safety operations by translating global patient safety strategies into site-level execution, embedding best-in-class practices, and ensuring regulatory compliance and audit readiness. Additionally, I spearhead enterprise transformation initiatives, including the modernization of pharmacovigilance systems, implementation of intelligent automation, and optimization of outsourcing models, fostering operational efficiency and accountability across external service providers. My efforts strengthen the site’s position as a recognized center of excellence in global medical safety operations.
EDUCATION
Gajra Raja Medical College
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Diploma in Child health
Scindia Kanya Vidyalaya
Senior secondary
University of Pune
Post graduate certificate in Clinical research and Clinical data management
HMX – Harvard Medical School
HMX Pro Online Certificate program - Immuno-oncology
HMX – Harvard Medical School
HMX Pro Online Certificate Program - Clinical drug development
SKILLS
ABOUT ANIKA KHOKHA RANA
Senior life sciences executive with 23+ years of experience bridging clinical expertise and global pharmaceutical operations. I specialize in designing and leading enterprise-scale pharmacovigilance and medical safety frameworks, driving operational excellence, and ensuring audit-ready regulatory compliance across multiple geographies.A strategic thought leader, I excel in transforming safety operations through digital innovation, intelligent automation, and robust governance models. I have a proven track record of building high-performing teams, nurturing future-ready talent pipelines, and aligning global medical strategies with operational execution.
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