Biopharma Executive Joins GOA Therapeutics as Chief Medical Officer
What happened
Dean Hakanson has joined GOA Therapeutics Corporation as Chief Medical Officer. Hakanson brings 40 years of experience in clinical practice and biopharma leadership, including leading U.S. Medical Affairs for Gilead Sciences during the launch of remdesivir. His previous roles included senior leadership positions at Bristol-Myers Squibb.
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Why it matters
The appointment signals the acceleration of GOA Therapeutics Corporation's drug candidates, starting with GOA26, an investigational drug designed to lower blood alcohol concentration. Hakanson’s background in drug development and commercialization may help drive the potential launch of these new therapies.
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Who's involved
- Gilead SciencesGilead Sciences was the company where Hakanson led U.S. Medical Affairs for the remdesivir launch.
- Bristol-Myers SquibbBristol-Myers Squibb was one of the companies where Hakanson held senior leadership positions.
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The entities involved
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Gilead Sciences
American company
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Hoffmann-La Roche
Swiss healthcare company
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Bristol-Myers Squibb
American pharmaceutical company