Devasena Gnanashanmugam, MD

Devasena Gnanashanmugam, MD, is vice president of medical affairs at Cepheid. She is board-certified in pediatrics and pediatric infectious diseases by the American Board of Pediatrics and holds an MD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a certificate in global health. Gnanashanmugam brings a deep understanding of global health systems and infectious disease, supported by a strong publication record in high-impact journals. Her research spans diagnostic accuracy studies, pharmacogenomic innovation, clinical trials, policy and implementation reviews, and expert commentary. Through her leadership, she continues to elevate Cepheid’s role in delivering science-backed solutions that improve outcomes for patients worldwide.