eteraflex connects

About Us

 

About Us

eteraflex connects accelerates clinical programs in India for biotech and medical device companies. We deliver industry-leading regulatory clearance (4-5 weeks vs. 12–16-week average), 98% first-submission approvals, and operational excellence across 280+ completed trials. From early development through commercialization, our regulatory expertise, validated site network, and technology platform reduce risk and compress timelines.

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Our Foundation and Operational Heritage

18 Years of Proven Regulatory Speed, Zero-Error Compliance, and Reliable Clinical Delivery.

Founded 18 years ago, eteraflex connects has completed 280+ clinical programs spanning Phase I-IV trials, medical device evaluations, and IVD validations. Our competitive differentiation: regulatory clearance in 4-5 weeks (vs. 12–16-week industry average), 98% first-submission approval rates, and zero critical audit findings over 24 months. This track record reflects deep CDSCO relationships, established investigator networks, and systematic operational discipline. We’ve built a reputation for predictable timelines, consistent quality, and regulatory excellence—enabling clients to reach market faster while maintaining rigorous compliance standards.

Executive Leadership Team and Organizational Structure

We’re not just participants in the clinical trial ecosystem—we are innovators reshaping it.

Our leadership combines FDA and CDSCO regulatory veterans, former pharmaceutical operations executives, and clinical research specialists with 150+ years combined experience. US-based executives manage client strategy and regulatory interaction while India operations lead site management, enrollment, and quality assurance. Specialized teams cover regulatory affairs, clinical operations, data management, medical writing, quality assurance, and technology—ensuring seamless program execution. This structure bridges regulatory expertise at client meetings with operational excellence in-country, eliminating coordination delays and ensuring accountability at every program level.

Network Infrastructure and Strategic Relationships

An Integrated Clinical Ecosystem Powered by Networks, Technology, and Strategic Partnerships.

Our validated network spans 240+ clinical research sites and 180+ investigators across India’s metropolitan centers and specialty hospitals. We provide ongoing investigator development, real-time performance metrics, and tiered site classification ensuring consistent quality. Our proprietary ClintrialX and HeliX platforms deliver end-to-end enrollment tracking, compliance monitoring, and data analytics—providing operational visibility competitors lack. Supporting infrastructure includes certified central/local laboratories, specialized imaging centers, and established CDSCO relationships accelerating regulatory interactions. This integrated ecosystem enables enrollment predictability and program success.

Advisory Panel

Committed to your success, our consulting firm delivers tailored strategies and expert guidance, ensuring business excellence through precise solutions and strategic expertise for sustainable growth.

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Stephane Marzabal, PhD

Program Leadership, Governance & Execution Strategy

Stephane Marzabal, PhD, brings over 25 years of leadership experience across the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, with deep expertise in global program leadership, clinical operations, and organizational transformation.

 
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Roland Winger

Clinical Operations & Medical Device Development

 

Roland Winger is a senior clinical operations executive with nearly two decades of experience leading global clinical programs across biotechnology and medical device development.

 
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Dr. Balram Bhargava

Strategic Advisor – Public Health & Regulatory Leadership

 

Balram Bhargava is a distinguished physician-scientist and former Director-General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), India’s apex biomedical research institution.

 
 
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Stephane Marzabal, PhD

Program Leadership, Governance & Execution Strategy

Stephane Marzabal, PhD, brings over 25 years of leadership experience across the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, with deep expertise in global program leadership, clinical operations, and organizational transformation. Over his career, he has guided complex assets across development phases, including multiple IND submissions and worldwide product launches within highly matrixed, multi-partner environments.

Dr. Marzabal is recognized for designing governance models that keep programs aligned, decisions timely, and execution disciplined—particularly in settings where small and emerging biotechs face resource constraints and heightened execution risk. In 2016, he co-founded SYNOV Solutions, where he advises life sciences organizations on leadership effectiveness, operating models, and portfolio execution during critical growth phases.

At eteraflex connects, Dr. Marzabal supports sponsors and internal teams by reinforcing program governance, execution rigor, and decision readiness, helping prevent late-stage drift and ensuring development programs progress with clarity and control.

 

Roland Winger

Clinical Operations & Medical Device Development

 

Roland Winger is a senior clinical operations executive with nearly two decades of experience leading global clinical programs across biotechnology and medical device development. His background spans early- and late-stage trials, organizational scale-up, and regulatory success across the U.S. and Europe.

Most recently, Mr. Winger served as Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations at Allakos, Inc., where he led multiple Phase I–III programs for a novel monoclonal antibody platform and helped scale clinical operations in preparation for public markets. Previously, as Vice President of Clinical Operations at ZS Pharma, he oversaw global trials supporting Lokelma®, which achieved FDA and EMA approval and was later acquired by AstraZeneca. Earlier in his career, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Ash Access Technology, leading the clinical development of medical devices in nephrology and vascular access.

At eteraflex connects, Mr. Winger advises on clinical operations strategy, execution excellence, and operational risk mitigation, with a focus on maintaining sponsor control across complex, multi-vendor trial environments.

Dr. Balram Bhargava

Strategic Advisor – Public Health & Regulatory Leadership

Balram Bhargava is a distinguished physician-scientist and former Director-General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), India’s apex biomedical research institution. With over three decades of experience spanning clinical medicine, academic research, and national health leadership, he has played a central role in strengthening India’s clinical research and translational science ecosystem.

A cardiologist by training and former Professor at AIIMS, New Delhi, Dr. Bhargava has contributed significantly to medical innovation and policy development, supporting initiatives that advanced regulatory-scientific coordination and expanded research infrastructure across India. He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications and has been recognized nationally and internationally for his contributions to healthcare and biomedical research.

At eteraflex connects, Dr. Bhargava provides strategic guidance on regulatory engagement, public health policy alignment, and institutional collaboration frameworks. His experience navigating complex research environments supports our mission to deliver governance-driven, execution-focused clinical and regulatory solutions for global sponsors operating in India.