Dr. Jeffrey W. Sherman, MD, FACP
Infectious Disease Specialist | Infectious Disease
520 Lake Cook Rd # 250 Deerfield IL, 60015About
Dr. Jeffrey W. Sherman, a seasoned expert in clinical research and pharmaceutical development, is the Chief Medical Officer Emeritus at Horizon Therapeutics, now part of Amgen's rare disease division. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Sherman has held leadership roles in several top pharmaceutical companies, contributing to advancements in rare disease treatments. Throughout his career, Dr. Sherman has played pivotal roles in clinical, regulatory, and development strategies, notably shaping the approval of groundbreaking therapies. He has served on advisory boards and committees, including the Drug Information Association (DIA) and the FDA’s Clinical Trial Transformation Initiative (CTTI). A passionate advocate for rare disease research, Dr. Sherman continues to influence the field through his work with organizations like Global Genes and the National Organization for Rare Diseases. His commitment to improving patient care and advancing innovative therapies remains a hallmark of his distinguished career.
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Education and Training
Lake Forest College bachelor's degree in biology 0
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science MD 1981
Board Certification
Infectious Disease (Internal Medicine)
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chief Medical Officer Emeritus at Horizon Therapeutics now Amgen (Rare Disease) -
- Chief Resident Northwestern University -
- FDA Clinical Trial Transformation Initiative (CTTI) Steering Committee Board of Advisors of the Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP -
- Board of Directors Strongbridge Biopharma and Xeris Pharmaceuticals -
- Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine -
- Board Member Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Pharmacy Advisory Board -
- Board of Advisors Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP) -
- Scientific Advisory Board Cures Within Reach -
- Board Member Erie Family Health Foundation -
Awards
- PharmaVoice 100 2020 PharmaVoice
Professional Memberships
- Drug Information Association (DIA) Inagural Fellow
- American College of Physicians (FACP)
- National Board of Medical Examiners
- Global Genes Medical and Scientific Advisory Board
- European Organization for Rare Diseases (EURORDIS)
- National Organization for Rare Diseases (NORD)
Fellowships
- University of California-San Francisco (UCSF) infectious diseases
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Center for Healthcare Innovation (CHI)
- Cures Within Reach
- Erie Family Health Foundation
- The Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP)
- National Organization for Rare Diseases (NORD) and the European Organization for Rare Diseases (EURORDIS)
Internships
- internal medicine at Northwestern University
Fellowships
- University of California - San Francisco
Professional Society Memberships
- Fellow of the VI -, Drug Information Association, Center for Healthcare Innovation, Drug Information Association, American College of Physicians, National Board of Medical Examiners, Global Genes Medical and Scientific Advisory Board, European Organization for Rare Diseases, National Organization for Rare Diseases
Articles and Publications
- on drug development
What do you attribute your success to?
- Focusing on his patients as people To enhance well being for all of us
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Center for Healthcare Innovation (CHI)Cures Within ReachErie Family Health FoundationThe Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP)National Organization for Rare Diseases (NORD) and the European Organization for Rare Diseases (EURORDIS)
Teaching and speaking
- Stanford MTRAM
Areas of research
Rare Diseases
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Get to know Clinical Research Specialist Dr. Jeffrey W. Sherman.
An experienced clinical research and pharmaceutical development specialist, Dr. Sherman was the Chief Medical Officer now Emeritus at Horizon Therapeutics now Amgen (Rare Disease) located in Deerfield, Illinois.
Educated in the United States, he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Lake Forest College before embarking on his medical voyage at the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science/The Chicago Medical School, where he obtained his medical degree.
Following this, Dr. Sherman undertook rigorous training, completing an internship and residency in internal medicine at Northwestern University, where his exceptional skills led him to serve as Chief Resident. Further enhancing his expertise, he pursued fellowship training in infectious diseases at the University of California-San Francisco (UCSF), as well as contributing to research endeavors as a research associate at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute at UCSF, specializing in allergy and immunology.
Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP), the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine and infectious diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
With over 35 years of invaluable experience in the field, he has left an indelible mark on the industry landscape, having traversed through various prominent roles in renowned pharmaceutical companies such as IDM Pharma, Takeda Global Research and Development, NeoPharm, Searle/Pharmacia, and Squibb/Bristol-Myers Squibb. His influence spans across various advisory boards and committees, exemplified by his past board of directors chair of the Drug Information Association (DIA) and membership on the Board of Directors. Noteworthy is his pivotal role in steering the DIA Annual Meeting as chairperson and his recognition with an Outstanding Service Award, further solidifying his reputation as an exemplary leader in the field.
Having served as a liaison to the FDA Clinical Trial Transformation Initiative (CTTI) Steering Committee and on the Board of Advisors of the Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP), Dr. Sherman has actively contributedHa to shaping policy and advancing clinical research methodologies.
Furthermore, his philanthropic endeavors underscore his commitment to addressing rare diseases, evident through his involvement with the Global Genes Medical and Scientific Advisory Board and his engagement with the National Organization for Rare Diseases (NORD) and the European Organization for Rare Diseases (EURORDIS).
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