Ana Sousa Lopes
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English Full professional proficiency
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Portuguese Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Limited working proficiency
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Spanish Full professional proficiency
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Danish Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Paul King
I worked in direct collaboration with Ana, while she was Clinical Embryologist Liaison manager in Progyny (formerly Auxogyn) during European rollout of flagship product Eeva, a test used to assess early embryo viability. This was a consistently challenging role with many milestones achieved which led up to the Global distribution partnership with Merck KGaA Fertility Technologies, a team dedicated to improving clinical outcomes in IVF labs. Ana is focussed in building excellent relationships with customers, who regularly commended Ana for her professional and friendly approach. Ana is a very knowledgeable embryologist and always took time to explain processes and procedures performed in IVF to ensure that all aspects are clear and understood. I personally learned so much from Ana about IVF while working together throughout Europe through commercial launches in parallel to launch of a multicentre clinical trial of the first automated timelapse imaging system proven to improve clinical outcomes. As with all new product rollouts, there are many enhancements that can be made and Ana was excellent in communicating back to our team based in the US, which involved many late night calls to ensure that the customer's experience is forefront. Ana is very honest, has great pride in her work and can depend on her to complete tasks that she has committed herself to. It was a great pleasure to work with Ana and I relish the opportunity to work with her again in the future.
Paul King
I worked in direct collaboration with Ana, while she was Clinical Embryologist Liaison manager in Progyny (formerly Auxogyn) during European rollout of flagship product Eeva, a test used to assess early embryo viability. This was a consistently challenging role with many milestones achieved which led up to the Global distribution partnership with Merck KGaA Fertility Technologies, a team dedicated to improving clinical outcomes in IVF labs. Ana is focussed in building excellent relationships with customers, who regularly commended Ana for her professional and friendly approach. Ana is a very knowledgeable embryologist and always took time to explain processes and procedures performed in IVF to ensure that all aspects are clear and understood. I personally learned so much from Ana about IVF while working together throughout Europe through commercial launches in parallel to launch of a multicentre clinical trial of the first automated timelapse imaging system proven to improve clinical outcomes. As with all new product rollouts, there are many enhancements that can be made and Ana was excellent in communicating back to our team based in the US, which involved many late night calls to ensure that the customer's experience is forefront. Ana is very honest, has great pride in her work and can depend on her to complete tasks that she has committed herself to. It was a great pleasure to work with Ana and I relish the opportunity to work with her again in the future.
Paul King
I worked in direct collaboration with Ana, while she was Clinical Embryologist Liaison manager in Progyny (formerly Auxogyn) during European rollout of flagship product Eeva, a test used to assess early embryo viability. This was a consistently challenging role with many milestones achieved which led up to the Global distribution partnership with Merck KGaA Fertility Technologies, a team dedicated to improving clinical outcomes in IVF labs. Ana is focussed in building excellent relationships with customers, who regularly commended Ana for her professional and friendly approach. Ana is a very knowledgeable embryologist and always took time to explain processes and procedures performed in IVF to ensure that all aspects are clear and understood. I personally learned so much from Ana about IVF while working together throughout Europe through commercial launches in parallel to launch of a multicentre clinical trial of the first automated timelapse imaging system proven to improve clinical outcomes. As with all new product rollouts, there are many enhancements that can be made and Ana was excellent in communicating back to our team based in the US, which involved many late night calls to ensure that the customer's experience is forefront. Ana is very honest, has great pride in her work and can depend on her to complete tasks that she has committed herself to. It was a great pleasure to work with Ana and I relish the opportunity to work with her again in the future.
Paul King
I worked in direct collaboration with Ana, while she was Clinical Embryologist Liaison manager in Progyny (formerly Auxogyn) during European rollout of flagship product Eeva, a test used to assess early embryo viability. This was a consistently challenging role with many milestones achieved which led up to the Global distribution partnership with Merck KGaA Fertility Technologies, a team dedicated to improving clinical outcomes in IVF labs. Ana is focussed in building excellent relationships with customers, who regularly commended Ana for her professional and friendly approach. Ana is a very knowledgeable embryologist and always took time to explain processes and procedures performed in IVF to ensure that all aspects are clear and understood. I personally learned so much from Ana about IVF while working together throughout Europe through commercial launches in parallel to launch of a multicentre clinical trial of the first automated timelapse imaging system proven to improve clinical outcomes. As with all new product rollouts, there are many enhancements that can be made and Ana was excellent in communicating back to our team based in the US, which involved many late night calls to ensure that the customer's experience is forefront. Ana is very honest, has great pride in her work and can depend on her to complete tasks that she has committed herself to. It was a great pleasure to work with Ana and I relish the opportunity to work with her again in the future.
Credentials
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Proficiency in English - Cambridge University
University of Cambridge
Experience
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Esco Medical
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Singapore
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business and Clinical Advisor
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2019 - Present
Responsible for LATAM and Southern European markets Responsible for LATAM and Southern European markets
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Universidade Lusófona - Centro Universitário Lisboa
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Portugal
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Professor
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Dec 2012 - Present
In this role, I create and execute innovative instructional methods and teach students regarding cell biology, immunology, reproduction, gynaecology and obstetrics. I assess, supervise and mentor the academic progress in students. I supervise master projects and serve as member of the examination board in master defences. I conduct lectures, tutorials, workshops, practical classes, and evaluate EU research projects. Key Contributions: • Assumed key accountability for teaching 100 students annually and improving their practical knowledge in immunology, cell biology, and animal reproduction. • Participated as evaluator of research and innovation projects from other EU research and academic institutions Show less
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Theramex
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United Kingdom
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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300 - 400 Employee
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Business Liaison Manager
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2018 - 2019
As part of my responsibilities, I streamlined day-to-day sales operations, while overseeing marketing and medical activities across the country. I provided executive-level leadership with full accountability for managing company operations to achieve set objectives. I played a key role in introducing key products in public and private hospitals. I managed a promotional campaign of company products in the Portuguese market to explore new business opportunities. Key Contributions: • Established and maintained a strong network of 100 doctors and 100 nurses/embryologists to introduce main portfolio products • Relaunched the main product by implementing an effective sales strategy. Show less
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Merck Group
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Germany
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Clinical Liaison Manager Spain
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2014 - 2016
In this role as medical scientific liaison manager, I actively participated in national and international meetings/conferences to promote company products. I delivered active functional support in consolidating the medical devices sub-unit in Merck Spain, with the launch of Gavi, Geri, and Gems culture media. Built and sustained robust relationships with physicians, KOLs, clinical investigations, and coordinators. Key Contributions: • Accredited for achieving Merck’s objectives for the newly created medical devices sub-unit. • Conducted clinical sessions to enhance knowledge of MD, nurses, and embryologists. Performed installation of 25 new medical devices and trained all staff members thoroughly; elevated sales by €1M. Show less
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Progyny, Inc.
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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300 - 400 Employee
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Medical Scientific Liaison Manager - Auxogyn (Europe)
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2012 - 2014
I coordinated efforts for the launch of a new product in the European market. I executed European Clinical R&D strategy to accomplish set company targets. I engaged with ROs for the successful enrollment of patients in clinical trials, while participating in protocol design and data management. I developed relationships with KOLs, physicians, and embryologists. Acted as R&D spokesperson in professional society forums, industry meetings and relevant corporate functions. Key Contributions: • Executed scientific sessions in Europe, trained, and installed 20 medical devices in Ireland, UK, Belgium, Netherlands, and Spain. • Credited for launching a new product (Eeva) in the European market, to meet customer requirements. Show less
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lifeglobalgroup
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clinical and Scientific Adviser
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2009 - 2012
I delivered active functional support on the companies’ products via collaboration with laboratory directors and distributors. Critically analysed clinical documents (IFUs, marketing and promotional material). I identified and secured new revenue streams in Europe by developing and executing the expansion strategy for new clients and products (LifeGlobal culture and vitrification media). I organised workshops in EMEA countries for medical and commercial staff. Key Contribution: • Increased sales of the culture media and resolved all European scientific and clinical issues in a timely manner. Show less
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Leuven Institute for Fertility and Embryology
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Leuven, Belgium
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Clinical Embryologist and Researcher
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2009 - 2012
I performed all IVF techniques in an assisted reproductive technology unit. Critically tested, evaluated and implemented new protocols and technologies in the daily routine of an IVF laboratory. I performed all IVF techniques in an assisted reproductive technology unit. Critically tested, evaluated and implemented new protocols and technologies in the daily routine of an IVF laboratory.
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Centro Hospitalar São João
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Clinical Embryologist
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2008 - 2009
I performed all IVF techniques in a assisted reproductive technology unit I performed all IVF techniques in a assisted reproductive technology unit
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ICBAS- Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences
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Portugal
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Postdoctoral Fellow
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2008 - 2009
My research was related to the study of ultrastructural anomalies in human oocytes and embryos produced by in vitro techniques. Key contributions: • Lopes A.S., Oliveira E. Cunha M., Silva J., Barros A. and Sousa M. (2010) Ultrastructure of a human giant MII oocyte: case report. Reproduction, Fertility and Development 22:329. My research was related to the study of ultrastructural anomalies in human oocytes and embryos produced by in vitro techniques. Key contributions: • Lopes A.S., Oliveira E. Cunha M., Silva J., Barros A. and Sousa M. (2010) Ultrastructure of a human giant MII oocyte: case report. Reproduction, Fertility and Development 22:329.
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Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc
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Belgium
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Postdoctoral Fellow
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2008 - 2008
During my stay, I worked in the project entitled “Cryopreservation of Human Ovarian tissue”. I have learnt the clinical technique of cryopreservation of the ovarian tissue and subsequently worked in the optimization of the cryopreservation protocol. This optimization consisted on the test of several parameters (cryoprotectant agent, time of exposure), PH and concentration of protein in the freezing medium, size of the ovarian tissue fragments). These tests were relevant as cryopreservation of human ovarian tissue, performed mainly for fertility preservation in cancer patients, is still not highly efficient. Show less
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University of Adelaide
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Australia
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Postdoctoral Fellow
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2006 - 2007
My work involved time course oxygen measurements in oocytes and zygotes using the Embryoscope (an automated unit capable of continuously monitoring the morphological development and the oxygen consumption of individual oocytes and embryos). I used epifluorescence and confocal microscopy techniques to characterize the metabolic activity of oocytes/zygotes in the post-fertilization period and to determine the embryonic nuclear. In addition, I assessed levels of reactive oxygen species in oocytes/zygotes by photometric reflectance microscopy and correlated these results with embryonic oxygen consumption. Key contributions: • Lopes A.S., Lane M. and Thompson J.G. (2010) Oxygen consumption and ROS production are increased at the time of fertilization and cell cleavage in bovine zygotes. Human Reproduction, 25(11):2762-2773. • Lopes A.S., Dalvit G.C., Lane M. and Thompson J.G. (2009) The increased oxygen consumption at the time of sperm penetration is associated with a peak of ROS production. Reproduction, Fertility and Development 21:159. • Lopes A.S., Dalvit G.C., Lane M. and Thompson J.G. (2008) Peaks of respiration and ROS production coincide with the time of fertilization and cell cleavage in bovine oocytes. Human Reproduction 23(1): 152. Show less
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Education
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2002 - 2006
Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen
PhD, Gynaecology & Obstetrics -
1994 - 2000
University of Lisbon
DVM, Veterinary Medicine
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