Alex Howarth Joins Madrigal Pharmaceuticals as Chief Financial Officer
“I am pleased to welcome Alex to Madrigal as our Chief Financial Officer as we advance our two Phase 3 studies for resmetirom and enter a critical phase of development and growth within the Company. In the past year, we have advanced commercial planning for the
“With resmetirom, Madrigal is positioned to achieve first mover status in the substantial and unmet NASH market and improve the quality of life and health for millions of NASH patients in America and worldwide” said Mr. Howarth. “I am tremendously excited to be joining Madrigal and look forward to working with the leadership team to contribute to the continued success and growth at Madrigal.”
“As we begin the transition of our CFO role from
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Paul Friedman, Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. [email protected]
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