Ashik Jayakumar
PharmD, MS
MANAGER, VALUE EVIDENCE
Chicago, IL
We rise by lifting others."- Robert Ingersoll
Areas of Expertise
- Evidence Generation Strategy
- Evidence gap analysis
- Real-World Evidence
- Competitive Landscape Analysis
- Targeted literature reviews
- Health Economics and Outcomes Research
Biography
Ashik Jayakumar is a Manager within Value Evidence.
At AESARA, Ashik has partnered with a variety of industry clients to execute and conduct thorough landscape assessments, develop stakeholder-facing communication tools, and address evidence gaps in various therapeutic areas. Additionally, Ashik has expertise across the entire product lifecycle, from pipeline to post-launch.
Previously, Ashik completed the AESARA/University of North Carolina Health Outcomes and Market Access fellowship after earning his Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy. Throughout the fellowship, Ashik worked closely with the faculty in the Divisions of Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy and Practice Advancement and Clinical Education to conduct health outcomes research.
Key publications
- Jayakumar A, Gratie D, Mody L, Stanford R. Identification and Characterization of Real-World Evidence Presented on Brand Websites for the Top 20 Medicines with the Highest CMS Expenditure. Presented on May 5-8, 2024 in Atlanta, GA at ISPOR 2024.
- Misra Y, Jayakumar A, Stam D, Tonn M, Pham S. Understanding Payer Expectations of Manufacturer Sponsored RWE and HEOR Data. April 16, 2024 in New Orleans, LA. at AMCP Annual 2024.
- Higgins C, Lee Y, Garner D, Jayakumar A, Lie G, Ozawa S. Access to Abortion Medications Online in the Post-Roe Era. AMCP Nexus. Presented on Oct 18, 2023. Orlando,FL.
- Jayakumar A, Patel R, Calip G. Physical health-related quality of life among older women with breast cancer and patient satisfaction with medical and pharmacy services. AMCP Nexus. Presented on Oct. 21, 2020. Online.
AESARA Scholar Program
UNC FELLOW – Class 2024
Education
- MS, Biomedical and Health Informatics, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
- Post-doctoral fellowship, Health Outcomes and Market Access, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
- PharmD, Pharmacy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
- BS, Biology, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
My letter
Psi embodies the exploration of the unknown, symbolizing a profound commitment to delving into uncharted territories and questioning conventional understanding. As a symbol of openness to new ideas, it signifies a relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond established boundaries. Selecting psi affirms my dedication to seeking deeper understanding and embracing the journey of continual intellectual exploration and growth.
