Meet the Team
At Surrasa, our team brings together expertise in pharmacology, clinical science, Ayurveda, and holistic wellness. We believe healing happens when science and tradition meet — and our team reflects that commitment.
CEO & Founder
Usha Navagaparu, PHD, AD
Dr. Usha Nagavarapu is the founder and CEO of Surrasa, a science-led wellness brand grounded in nature and traditional medicine. She holds a PhD in Pharmacology and Neuroscience from Ohio State University, with post-doctoral training in Dermatology from Stanford, and brings 25+ years of experience in drug discovery, toxicology, and clinical research.
A certified Integrative Ayurvedic practitioner, Usha blends modern pharmacology with Ayurvedic principles to create plant-based skincare and wellness solutions. Her work focuses on longevity and cellular senescence—targeting aging at the biological level through botanicals and functional interventions.
At Surrasa, she leads the development of eco-conscious products that support mind-body wellness. Previously, she led clinical programs at biotech and medtech firms, including DermDx, a skin cancer diagnostics company. She also offers personalized health consultations aimed at restoring balance through intentional living.
Her belief: healing begins by honoring the body’s story—and nature holds the blueprint.
Scientific Advisor
Sunita Sethi, Pharm.D, R.Ph.
Dr. Sethi has over 30 years of experience across all stages of drug development, from preclinical studies to post-approval lifecycle management. Her career spans roles at large pharmaceutical companies such as Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca, and Roche, as well as at smaller and midsize firms including Chemocentryx, Elan Pharmaceuticals, and Sarah Cannon.
Dr. Sethi has played a pivotal role in the approval and commercialization of over 21 novel drugs, biologics, and device combinations while building and leading high-performing teams. She has overseen development functions including Regulatory Affairs, Medical writing, Clinical, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, & Corporate Compliance. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for three organizations, including Surrasa. Dr. Sethi holds a Doctorate and a B.S. in Pharmacy and is a registered pharmacist in California and New Jersey.
Scientific Advisor