Alf Bernhardt MD

Most oncology biotechs reach their pivotal readout without a medical strategy in place. The KOL relationships are not built. The publication plan does not exist. The MSL infrastructure is on a slide, not in the field.

By the time the gap becomes visible, the launch window is already closing.

I work with Series B and C biotech companies in hematology, oncology and immunology that are building their medical function ahead of a US or EU launch. I have done this before – at Roche, at Seattle Genetics, and at Takeda – and I now work as a Fractional CMO for companies that need that experience without the full-time overhead.

Based in Basel. Working globally.

Business Partners

Health in Focus

25+ years in hematology, oncology and immunology medical affairs — from bench to global launch.

I have built Medical Affairs organisations from zero, led landmark EMA and FDA approvals, and shaped the scientific strategy behind some of the most successful oncology launches in Europe and the US.

I work with biotech and pharma companies that need senior medical leadership — without the overhead.


25+

years in oncology &
haematology MA

18

people across 7 countries,
built in 12 months

18

peer-reviewed
publications

65+

Tier-1 KOL
relationships (Europe)

Medical Affairs Strategy

Building and structuring Medical Affairs functions — from team design and KOL strategy to publication planning and evidence generation.

Launch Excellence

Guiding clinical and commercial launch strategy in hematology, oncology and immunology — from regulatory filing through market access and early adoption.

Scientific Communications

Medical writing, publication strategy, and scientific review — turning complex data into clear, compliant, impactful content.

I integrate AI tools into Medical Affairs workflows — from literature monitoring and medical information to
field documentation and evidence synthesis.

Need expert support?

Are you facing medical, regulatory, or strategic challenges in healthcare? I support you with deep expertise, clear structure, and practical solutions.

Research

Communicating knowledge clearly and applying it in practice – this is the goal of my research. I present complex medical and regulatory topics in a clear and structured way so they can be directly applied in everyday professional practice.

Recommendations:

“ Alf demonstrated outstanding leadership as the former Head of Pipeline and Cell Therapy in Global Medical Affairs at Takeda Oncology. He excelled in communication, ensuring stakeholders were well-informed and engaged, while always prioritising patient-centricity and integrity. I was grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a talented professional.”

Rachelle Mudrinich, MBA, CDMP, PCM
Marketing Director


Letter of Recommandation by Pulsus

Dr. Alf Bernhardt is a board-certified Medical Hematologist and Oncologist with over 25 years of experience in global medical affairs and clinical development at Takeda, Seattle Genetics, and Roche. At Seattle Genetics, he built the Medical Affairs department from the ground up and played a pivotal role in the successful European introduction of Tukysa for HER2-positive breast cancer. I wholeheartedly recommend him for any senior medical affairs or development leadership role. — Mauricio Silva de Lima, Pulsus Pharma Read full letter (PDF)

My Story

After years of shaping medical and science strategy at Roche, SeaGen and Takeda, I decided it was time to build my own medical consulting company. My goal is to combine my clinical expertise in oncology and hematology with extensive global medical affairs, early launch, and market access experience across Europe and the US. If you’re looking for sharp insights, pragmatic solutions, and someone who knows the difference between a molecule and a miracle — I am your person

Dr. med. (Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf) · Facharzt Hämatologie & Internistische Onkologie · Facharzt Innere Medizin
Swiss MEBEKO recognitions: Arzt · Hämatologie · Innere Medizin 
18 peer-reviewed publications · H-index 12 · Blood · JCO · Lancet Oncology · 40+ congress presentations

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Pulsus Pharma

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