Ellen Scharaga is a Melville, New York-based pharmacist with extensive experience managing sales teams, contributing to product development, and ensuring operational efficiency. She is currently an operational consultant with Alegria Specialty Pharmacy, a position she has held since 2014. In this role, Ellen Scharaga assists with the development and delivery of specialty medications for chronic conditions like HIV, multiple sclerosis, and arthritis.
Ellen Scharaga previously worked as senior vice president of oncology pharmacy services at OncoMed. She developed and oversaw the company's Managed Care Account Service model, recruited and trained all pharmacy personnel, and managed call center operations. She has prior experience directing and implementing pharmacy, HMO, Medicare Part D, and government programs, with expertise in contract negotiation and formulary administration.
Early in her career, Ellen Scharaga spent time as general manager of the New York branches of National Medical Care and Health Infusion. Complementing her professional experience, she holds a bachelor of science in pharmacology from St. John's University and is a member of the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists and the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy.