Dr. Anu Mohandas

Dr. Gowtham Rao is a distinguished healthcare and life sciences expert and Physician-Scientist, currently serving as the Managing Principal of Life Sciences Consulting at EPAM. His unique perspective is rooted in a medical degree (MD) and a PhD in epidemiology and biostatistics, giving him a deep understanding of the entire healthcare ecosystem—from patient care in hospitals to the data within Electronic Medical Records (EMR). This clinical foundation is complemented by extensive industry experience with US payors like BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and a significant tenure at Johnson & Johnson, providing him with a holistic view of the challenges across the provider, payor, and pharmaceutical sectors.

In his role, Dr. Rao functions as a senior technical consultant and strategist focused on driving scientific innovation. He specializes in developing cohesive business strategy and scientific strategy for clients by leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Real-World Evidence (RWE). By harnessing complex data from sources including EMRs and clinical trials, he advises organizations on everything from R&D optimization to commercialization, helping them navigate a complex landscape to accelerate the delivery of novel therapies and improve patient care.