chief medical officer

Ron Titterington left a $150,000 annual salary job as a pet care HMO chief medical officer to 'soft retire' at 57 by becoming a relief veterinarian, now earning twice his previous salary. He transitioned from running a clinic to corporate roles before scaling back responsibilities, citing reduced stress and higher income in his current role.

Huntington Health appointed Dr. Mariko Kita as Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, effective September 29, 2026. She was selected following a national search for her clinical expertise and alignment with Huntington’s strategic vision.

Ichnos Glenmark Innovation hired Mariana Cota Stirner as chief medical officer. She previously served as fractional chief medical officer and head of clinical development at Azalea Therapeutics and as vice president and therapeutic area head of hematology at AbbVie.

Protego Biopharma hired Jae Kim as chief medical officer. He previously held the same role at Septerna and Design Therapeutics. The article highlights recent personnel changes in the biopharma industry.

AstronauTx hired Michelle Mellion as chief medical officer. She previously held the same role at PepGen and EveryONE Medicines. The article highlights employment changes in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.

Infinimmune hired Srikanth Pendyala as chief medical officer. Pendyala previously held the same role at Stealth NewCo and Endeavor Biosciences. The article highlights workforce changes and promotions in the biotech industry.