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Antonio - Medical Affairs Executive with 15+ years in Pharma and Healthcare

Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexicoen
Led the SPECTRUM transformation project, enhancing global medical alignment and launching the MedVox platform that improved stakeholder interaction by 30%.
Successfully integrated multiple medical teams, streamlining operations and increasing efficiency by up to 20%.
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Summary

An accomplished medical professional specializing in medical leadership, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement with extensive experience in global pharmaceutical companies and public health initiatives.

Key Achievements

Skills

Medical LeadershipExpert

Directed medical teams and cross-functional collaborations to drive organizational goals and strategic initiatives.

Regulatory & ComplianceAdvanced

Ensured timely approvals with regulatory agencies such as COFEPRIS and maintained compliance in pharmacovigilance audits.

Stakeholder EngagementExpert

Built and strengthened relationships with KOLs, stakeholders, and healthcare professionals to support medical and commercial strategies.

Strategic Project ManagementAdvanced

Led multiple initiatives including product launches, digital platform development, and organizational restructuring.

Public Health & SurveillanceIntermediate

Coordinated public health strategies and contributed to surveillance programs for HIV/AIDS and STDs at the national level.

Languages

English(Fluent)Spanish(Fluent)

Experience

Country Medical Chair / Country Medical Lead Speciality Care

Sanofi, Mexico

June 2019 - Present

Led the SPECTRUM transformation project, enhancing global medical alignment., Launched MedVox, the first in-country digital MSL engagement platform, improving stakeholder interaction by 30%., Pioneered the Volcano joint effort with MedExc Manager, refining HCP engagement and diagnostics., Successfully led SEC audit with zero major findings., Managed and developed a team of over 40 FTEs, promoting key members to senior positions., Effectively negotiated the inclusion of SPC products into the National formulary.

Country Medical Chair / Country Medical Director Pharma

Sanofi, Mexico

January 2018 - June 2019

Orchestrated integration of GenMed and SPC medical affairs teams, improving efficiency by 20%., Acted as spokesperson during the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing strategies that minimized hydroxychloroquine misuse by 40%., Strengthened KOL relationships, increasing stakeholder involvement by 15%., Ensured business continuity during significant organizational restructuring, maintaining a 95% team retention rate.

Medical Director / Medical Head – Rare Diseases, Immunology, Oncology, Renal, and Multiple Sclerosis

Sanofi Genzyme, Mexico

August 2014 - January 2018

Provided comprehensive medical guidance, boosting cross-functional collaboration by 20%., Streamlined approval processes with COFEPRIS, reducing time-to-market by 3 months., Enhanced investigator engagement, increasing study participation rates by 35%., Achieved a 100% compliance rate in pharmacovigilance audits.

Senior Medical Manager for Neuroscience & Lysosomal Storage Diseases

Genzyme/ Genzyme, a Sanofi Company, Mexico

November 2007 - August 2014

Prepared launch dossiers, resulting in a 15% increase in market adoption rates., Achieved significant cost savings, reducing diagnostic costs by 70%., Fostered effective collaboration, ensuring cohesive strategy and execution.

Medical Manager for Anti-infectives and Ophthalmology

Pfizer, Mexico

June 2006 - November 2007

Developed and implemented marketing strategies, ensuring compliance and relevance., Planned CME activities and training sessions, enhancing sales representative knowledge., Built and maintained strong relationships with KOLs, supporting product positioning.

Medical Marketing Liaisons Scientist (Cardiology Portfolio)

January 2005 - June 2006

Kept KOLs informed on medical product information, reinforcing key messages and strategies., Relayed KOL feedback to marketing and sales teams, strengthening strategic alignment.

Doctor

George Eliot Hospital, Nuneaton, UK

2003 - 2004

Assisted sub-specialists in the Diabetes clinic, ensuring high-quality patient care and follow-up.

Assistant to the Director for the National HIV/AIDS and other STD’s Surveillance Program

Ministry of Health, Epidemiological Surveillance Office, Mexico

2001 - 2003

Coordinated public health strategies and resources for HIV/AIDS and other STD surveillance., Provided detailed public health information for strategic decision-making.

Education

Interna,onal Federa,tion of Associa,ons of Pharmaceu,cal Physicians & Pharmaceu,ical Medicine (IFAPP) and King’s College

Medical Affairs in Medicines Development and Professional Certification in Medicines Development (CMD)

Completed 2019
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