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Frank Rodríguez-Mora

Frank Rodríguez-Mora

Physician
San José

Summary

Professional in medical field with proven track record of leading clinical teams, developing healthcare strategies, and improving patient outcomes. Skilled in medical management, regulatory compliance, and patient care. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results with adaptability and reliability. Known for excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Medical Director

One Health Global Exchange Academy
01.2023 - Current
  • Founding Partner: Responsible for the conceptual framework, update and execution of study abroad public health programs
  • Medical Liaison: Foster a broad interaction with both private and public healthcare systems in Costa Rica
  • Evaluator: Run clinical evaluations for all international students participating in clinical rotations

General Practitioner

Hospital Internacional La Católica
01.2012 - Current
  • Developed personalized treatment plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Promoted preventive healthcare measures through regular check-ups, immunization programs, and patient education on healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Stayed current on medical advancements through continuous professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
  • Focused on early detection of potential health issues through routine screenings and assessments, resulting in timely interventions when needed.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive and empathetic care during consultations.

Medical Consultant

Stein Corp Pharmaceutical
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Drug' Scientific Background: Design and introduce the appropriate pharmacological, and medical profile for drugs in active commercialization in Central America and the Caribbean
  • HCP Training: Conduct the introduction of current and new drugs marketed by Stein Corp to HCP groups
  • Consulted with healthcare professionals on business decisions.

Medical Affairs Manager

Stein Corp Pharmaceutical
01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Regional Medical Director: Leading all medical and inter-professional interactions and scientific exchanges between Stein Corp and Pharma Partners as well as Medical Societies from all territories served in Central America, Caribbean, and South America (16+ countries)
  • Ensured timely dissemination of critical safety updates to healthcare providers through proactive communication efforts and targeted outreach campaigns.
  • Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop evidence-based promotional materials that highlight product benefits and support sales efforts.
  • Scientific Advisor: Provide medical leadership and clinical expertise upon FDA & EMA Approved Biosimilar Drugs, HIV & Hepatitis Reference Drugs, Orphan Drugs, etc
  • Organize and run Scientific Advisory Boards, plan and execute scientific symposia, and attend key medical congresses
  • Trainer: Design and implement medical training programs, about incoming drugs, customized for Health Care Professionals (HCP), Key Opinion Leaders (KOL´s), Patient´s Associations, New Staff, Speakers, Sales Force, Regional Distributors, etc
  • International Speaker: Spirited live and webinar-type scientific lectures
  • Materials Approval: Review and approval of all marketing materials produced by commercial
  • Teamwork: Support cross-functional project teams responsible for the successful introduction of novel drugs to the public and private market across all territories
  • PV Supervisor: Close work with the Department of Pharmacovigilance (DPV)
  • Served as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners, fostering productive collaborations that advanced company goals.

Medical Ambassador

Jackson Memorial Hospital
01.2007 - 12.2017
  • Company Overview: Representative for one of the largest and most comprehensive public-teaching hospitals in the United States: Jackson Memorial Hospital.
  • Referral Coordinator: Managing concierge services for international patients and consular medical services
  • Academic Coordinator: Organizing seminars, lectures and activities to facilitate the transference of knowledge between physicians in Miami and Costa Rica
  • Liaison: Establishing partnerships and signing cooperation agreements with local public and private institutions pursuing business opportunities
  • Networker: Keeping close contacts with local health authorities such as Ministry of Health, Social Security System, INS, Professional Association of Physicians, leading researchers, KOL´s and key politicians
  • Promoted good customer relations and premier customer satisfaction by demonstrating friendly demeanor and can-do attitude.
  • Assisted team with operational policies and procedures to drive services.
  • Developed and maintained extensive network of community contacts, resulting in increased visibility.

Country Manager

William J. Harrington Training Programs for Latin America
01.2006 - 12.2016
  • Company Overview: University of Miami School of Medicine
  • Promoter: Divulging information about three specific training programs: 1.Residency Program in Internal Medicine, 2. Elective Program for Latin American Physicians (including research), 3.Medical Students Program
  • WJH Program Representative: Interviewing, evaluating, and recommending candidates for the different medical training programs offered by the University of Miami School of Medicine
  • Coached and mentored team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Monitored performance metrics to assess progress towards goals, identifying areas for improvement as needed.

Adjunct Faculty

University of Miami School of Medicine
01.2003 - 12.2012
  • Coordinator: Establishing the basis to foster a strong research infrastructure between the University of Miami (UM) and the University of Costa Rica (UCR)
  • Liaison Officer: Representing UM for research and academic purposes at UCR
  • Facilitator: Introducing researchers and eliciting new research proposals from both UCR and UM departments and academic units
  • Coordinator: Conducting Community Based Participatory Research in Costa Rica in the fields of Drug Abuse, HIV/AIDS and Migration
  • Networker: Expanding the current networks among key local institutions such as UCR, Costa Rican Social Security (CCSS) and other stakeholders, as demanded by research objectives
  • Coordinated guest speaker events, exposing students to real-world perspectives from industry professionals.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends, teaching methods, and subject matter expertise.

Public Health Researcher

Institute for Health Research (INISA)
01.2001 - 12.2007
  • Company Overview: University of Costa Rica
  • Coordinator Research Team for Health Services Evaluation in Primary Care (Joint team INISA - CCSS - PAHO)
  • Principal Investigator 'Program for the Continuous Evaluation of the Health Areas' (PECAS)
  • Program enrolled at the Vice-rectory for Research for five years (2002-2006)
  • Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
  • Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.

Consultant

Health Sector Reform Project
01.2001 - 12.2002
  • Company Overview: World Bank
  • Development of methodological tools for the self-evaluation, management, and performance assessment of primary care teams (EBAIS)
  • Loan Agreement Costa Rica- World Bank
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.

Education

Doctor of Medicine & Surgery -

University of Costa Rica
01.1996 - 01.1997

Licentiate of Medicine & Surgery - undefined

University of Costa Rica
01.1996 - 01.1997

Skills

Patient health education

Patient care

Clinical education

Clinic administration

Healthcare management

Patient safety

Internationalconferences

  • 2021, Central America and Caribbean Training on Hepatitis C-Epclusa, Webinar
  • 2021, Central America and Caribbean Training on HIV-Biktarvy, Webinar
  • 2020, Getting to Know Biological Drugs and Biosimilars, Guatemala City, Guatemala
  • 2019, I Congress of Viral Hepatitis and HIV, Guatemala City, Guatemala
  • 2019, HIV Competitive Mastery Workshop, Miami, FL
  • 2019, Gilead Sciences HIV-Biktarvy, Miami, FL
  • 2019, Gilead Sciences HIV-Genvoya, Miami, FL
  • 2017, III Summit of Experts in Joint Health, Panama City, Panama
  • 2017, V Central American Symposium on Liver and Digestive Disease, Guatemala City, Guatemala
  • 2014, Medical Tourism Summit by PROMED, Miami Beach, FL

Fluentlanguages

  • Spanish
  • English

Officephone

(506) 2246 3387

Publications

  • 05/01/2013, Health and Wellness in the Young Adult, Medical Education Report, Hospital La Católica Magazine
  • 03/01/2011, Jackson Health System Outreaches Costa Rica, Advertisement Report, Tourism and Health Magazine
  • 01/06/2007, Imbalance Among General and Specialist Doctors, Opinion article, Costa Rican Main Newspaper: La Nacion
  • 11/30/2006, Global Sexuality and HIV, Educational review article in remembrance of the world fight day against HIV/AIDS: Semanario Universidad
  • 06/17/2006, Cinderella in the Health Sector, Opinion article, Costa Rican Main Newspaper: La Nacion
  • 01/01/2005, Global Overview of Injecting Drug Use and HIV Infection, Comment. Lancet

Personal Information

Citizenship: Costa Rican

Interests

Athletics

Running

Wellness

Timeline

Medical Director

One Health Global Exchange Academy
01.2023 - Current

Medical Consultant

Stein Corp Pharmaceutical
07.2021 - 12.2021

Medical Affairs Manager

Stein Corp Pharmaceutical
01.2019 - 06.2021

General Practitioner

Hospital Internacional La Católica
01.2012 - Current

Medical Ambassador

Jackson Memorial Hospital
01.2007 - 12.2017

Country Manager

William J. Harrington Training Programs for Latin America
01.2006 - 12.2016

Adjunct Faculty

University of Miami School of Medicine
01.2003 - 12.2012

Public Health Researcher

Institute for Health Research (INISA)
01.2001 - 12.2007

Consultant

Health Sector Reform Project
01.2001 - 12.2002

Doctor of Medicine & Surgery -

University of Costa Rica
01.1996 - 01.1997

Licentiate of Medicine & Surgery - undefined

University of Costa Rica
01.1996 - 01.1997
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