SVP of Medical Affairs

Vimal Patel, PharmD

Dr. Patel brings more than 25 years of medical affairs leadership experience across dermatology and immunology, with deep experience supporting late-stage development, launches, and lifecycle management.

Prior to joining Palvella, Dr. Patel served as Therapeutic Area Head of Dermatology at Incyte, where he led medical strategy across atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, and hidradenitis suppurativa. In this role, he oversaw evidence generation, medical education, insights, and field medical execution. During his tenure, he played a key role in supporting the introduction and advancement of innovative dermatology therapies, including OPZELURA® and povorcitinib, and held leadership roles, including National Director of Field Medical Affairs and Executive Director of Medical Affairs.

Prior to Incyte, Dr. Patel held senior leadership roles at Sun Pharma, where he served as Head of Medical Sales Liaisons and Medical Information for North America (for ILUMYA®) and Global Commercialization Lead for ODOMZO, leading global integration and launch readiness. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly 15 years at Johnson & Johnson holding roles across medical information, accredited medical education, field leadership, and brand strategy, contributing to the success of multiple high-impact immunology and dermatology therapies, including REMICADE® and STELARA®.

Dr. Patel holds a Bachelor of Science and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy.