Niraj Gupta, MD, Brings Oncology Expertise to the Medical Advisory Board of DWA Healthcare Communications and Avant Healthcare Marketing

CARMEL, Ind., April 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Niraj Gupta, MD, Chairman of the Department of Oncology/Hematology at St. Vincent Medical Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, has joined the Medical Advisory Board at DWA Healthcare Communications Group and its affiliate Avant Healthcare Marketing. Dr. Gupta, who also practices with American Health Network of Indiana, LLC, has a strong background in clinical and laboratory research, and has published extensively on pharmaceutical and disease state topics in the areas of oncology and hematology.

"We are thrilled to announce the arrival of Dr. Gupta to the Medical Advisory Board, and welcome his insight and experience," said Murali Gopal, MD, Chief Medical Officer of the DWA Medical Science and Education Division (MSED). "Dr. Gupta brings with him a strong tradition of scientific passion and objectivity, and his leadership and experience within the oncology space adds an exciting dimension to our board."

Dr. Gupta joins primary care physicians Daniel Shull, MD, of Witham Health Services, and Stephen Pfeifer, MD, Medical Director of House Calls Medical Solutions. The Medical Advisory Board is chaired by psychiatrist Christopher Bojrab, MD, president of Indiana Health Group. "Niraj is a respected colleague and an excellent addition to the board," said Dr. Bojrab. "We are tremendously excited to incorporate his ideas and clinical expertise going forward."

"Strengthening our network of academic and thought leader partnerships reinforces our commitment to provide a center of excellence in medical research and education," said Tammy Prouty, Chief Officer Avant Healthcare Marketing. "Dr. Gupta's deep experience reflects our interest to elevate our involvement and expertise in the oncology arena and, to that end, we consider ourselves exceptionally fortunate to have him on our Medical Advisory Board."

For more information, please visit www.dwahcg.com or www.avanthcm.com, or contact Dr. Murali Gopal at 317.208.3600 or [email protected].

DWA Healthcare Communications Group (DWA), a fully-integrated network of agency resources, provides healthcare education and marketing solutions within the medical, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries. Avant Healthcare Marketing, a DWA affiliate, is recognized as a leader in peer-to-peer marketing for companies within these industries who need comprehensive communication strategies and plans. Avant delivers superior medical and health education across multiple channels to healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.

SOURCE DWA Healthcare Communications Group