SONIA LOPEZ ALVAREZ
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Experienced strategic leader with 17+ years in healthcare development, public health advocacy, and legislative engagement. Specializes in increasing healthcare accessibility and affordability by formulating innovative policies focused on affordability, transparency, patient rights, and reducing regulatory barriers. Proven success in aligning healthcare initiatives with organizational goals, building strong relationships with state legislators, and advocating for reforms that improve outcomes for diverse populations. Extensive experience overseeing the production of high-quality research reports, policy briefs, and white papers to inform advocacy efforts. Skilled in managing and mentoring teams of public health policy analysts and researchers, fostering an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and professional growth. Recognized spokesperson who effectively communicates complex policy issues to diverse audiences in media, public forums, and legislative settings. Builds strong partnerships with academic institutions, community groups, and like-minded organizations to advance strategic healthcare objectives. Highly organized and detail-oriented leader with superior organizational and communication skills. Excels at directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Relations Director
Panamerican Clinical Research
03.2024 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of comprehensive PR strategies
- Enhanced social media presence by creating engaging content that resonated with target audiences
- Spearheaded thought leadership initiatives, positioning clients as experts in their respective industries
- Collaborated closely with marketing teams to create synergistic promotional efforts across multiple channels
- Increasing awareness of the clinical trial site, recruiting participants for ongoing trials, building trust in the community, or fostering positive relationships with stakeholders
- Identify the target audience: such as potential trial participants, healthcare professionals, local community members, regulatory agencies, and media outlets
- Craft key messages that align with the objectives of the Panamerican and resonate with the target audience
- Emphasize the importance of clinical research, the benefits of participating in trials, the site's commitment to safety and ethical standards, and any unique aspects or advantages of coming to Panamerican
- Develop a list of relevant media outlets including newspapers, magazines, online platforms, and healthcare-related publications
- Create press releases, media kits, and pitch letters to disseminate news about the clinical trial site, ongoing trials, research findings, and any noteworthy events or achievements
- Establish relationships with journalists and reporters covering healthcare and medical topics to secure media coverage
- Pitch stories, arrange interviews, and respond to media inquiries to ensure accurate and favorable coverage
- Developed compelling press materials that generated significant media interest and coverage
- Managed crisis communications effectively, mitigating potential damage and reputation
- Create relations with the community, organization health fairs for hispanic community.
University Professor
Universidad De Tlaxcala
01.2023 - Current
- Bioethics and quality of health systems professor
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions, and using techniques to track student participation
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures
- Secured research grants for various projects, contributing to the university's reputation as a top research institution
- Supervised graduate students in their research projects, providing guidance and mentorship for successful completion of thesis work.
Site Director
Panamerican Clinical Research
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement based on best practices
- Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards
- Provided leadership and guidance to staff through ongoing training initiatives, boosting employee retention rates
- Ethics Committees submission letters, follow-ups
- Developed strategic plans for site growth, resulting in increased revenue and profitability
- Implemented safety protocols, maintaining a secure work environment for staff and visitors alike
- Work with Principal investigators to develop clinical trials
- Optimized resource allocation, reducing costs and improving overall site productivity
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures
- Subinvestigator in 5 protocols.
- Recruited and hired top-quality staff to fill important positions.
- Performed continuous evaluations of good clinical practice successes and failures, and implemented improvement plans.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
Executive Director
Mexican Society of Public Health
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy
- Oversaw economic management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and influence
- Advocated for policy changes at both local and national levels to further support the organization's goals and objectives
- Participated and coordinated the Mexican Councils of vaccination, with vaccines leaders
- Spokesperson for public health campaigns as Hepatitis C, HIV prevention, Breast cancer
- Organizations of the annual public health congress.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
- Advocated for organization mission to raise awareness and support.
University Professor
Anáhuac University
02.2018 - 12.2022
- Professor for the undergraduate students, of Epidemiology and Public Health, biostatistics, Bioethics basic, Clinical Bioethics
- Design and teach courses that cover core concepts in epidemiology (e.g., disease patterns, statistical analysis, outbreak investigation), public health (e.g., health systems, community health, global health issues), and bioethics (e.g., ethical dilemmas in healthcare, patient rights, research ethics)
- Deliver lectures, lead discussions, and create learning activities that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Stay current with new developments in the field to ensure the curriculum reflects the latest research and public health trends
- Guide and support students in their academic and professional development, providing advice on coursework, internships, and career paths
- Offer mentorship for research projects, internships, and other experiential learning opportunities
- Work with colleagues across different departments to integrate public health and bioethics into broader university initiatives and curricula
- Participate in interdisciplinary initiatives to address real-world public health challenges, often combining expertise in epidemiology, ethics, and healthcare
- Foster an engaging classroom environment, encouraging active participation and critical discussions on ethical and epidemiological challenges in health
- Assess student performance through exams, papers, and presentations, providing constructive feedback to promote growth.
Advisory Consultant
Panamerican Health Organization
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided expert advice in The International Health Regulations for Covid19 pandemics
- Collaborated with peers across organizational levels, redesigning and implementing end-to-end activities impacting pandemic
- Improved community health outcomes by developing and implementing public health programs and initiatives around Covid 19
- Monitored airport and ports programs progress against established benchmarks, ensuring timely adjustments to enhance effectiveness as needed
- Leveraged technology and data analytics to optimize program delivery, ensuring maximum impact within resource limitations.
- Collaborated with peers across organizational levels, redesigning and implementing end-to-end activities impacting covid operations.
Medical Director
Ever Health Sapi SA De CV
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Create clinical protocols for telemedicine
- Supervised clinical staff, providing continuous professional development opportunities and training to maintain and strengthen competencies
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of medical practices, ensuring adherence to evidence-based guidelines and best practices
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes
- Managed multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration between various healthcare professionals for optimal patient care
- Streamlined healthcare processes for increased efficiency and better patient outcomes
- Promoted a safe work environment by implementing safety protocols, reducing workplace injuries among hospital staff members
- Improved patient care quality by implementing new clinical policies and procedures
- Create and manage the budget
- Contributed to the growth and success of the organization by participating in regional and national conferences, sharing best practices with industry peers.
- Optimized case and clinical management and recommended plans to improve safety and health programs.
- Supervised clinical staff, providing continuous professional development opportunities and training to maintain and strengthen competencies.
- Maintained compliance with local, national and federal requirements for staff education and certifications.
Public Health Advisor
Ppal Bureau De Asuntos Públicos Y Comunicación
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Facilitated knowledge-sharing sessions, building capacity among team members to improve overall performance in addressing public health challenges
- Enhanced public health awareness through effective communication campaigns, targeting various demographics
- Advised policymakers on best practices for addressing specific public health issues based on research findings and expert recommendations
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of community needs to inform the development of targeted public health interventions
- Provided technical assistance to support evidence-based decision-making in the development and execution of public health policies and strategies
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies
- Analyzed health data and created reports to present to community leaders and stakeholders
- Monitored health trends and data to identify health concerns and develop related health education initiatives.
- Participated in health education research initiatives, developing and evaluating health education programs.
Senior Technical Advisor
Mexican Health Secretary
05.2013 - 10.2018
- Collaborate with the Mexican undersecretary of Health Promotion and Prevention
- Review epidemiological data, to create papers for decision making
- Researched and developed timely and essential public health guidance materials for consultation to medical providers and community stakeholders on emerging health issues
- Established partnerships with community organizations to expand access to essential services for underserved populations
- Served as liaison subject matter expert in communicable disease, immunization promotion, infection prevention and evidence-based best practices
- Optimized team efficiency by developing streamlined workflows and enhancing communication practices among staff members
- Encouraged medical provider knowledge of patient behavioral health issues, offering education to enhance primary care utilization of behavioral health interventions
- Developed and implemented communication strategies and resources to achieve public health objectives
- I work directly with the disaster prevention department, monitoring potential health risks for the population, and traveling to disaster areas to organize the health response
- Monitored epidemiological data to detect potential outbreaks promptly, allowing for timely intervention measures implementation
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services in the Mexican Crusade against Hunger, and Prevention of Violence Programs
- Develop vaccines campaigns, advocated for vaccination.
- Review and work with the community manager, review social media content, propose topics for social media.
- Reviewed health promotion campaigns
- Served as primary point of contact for triaging technical issues.
Preventive Medicine and Public Health Physician
Complejo Hospitalario De Pontevedra
03.2012 - 11.2012
- Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options
- Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues and staff members, promoting teamwork within the workplace environment
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily work routine, enhancing overall effectiveness of clinical decision-making and patient outcomes
- Epidemiological surveillance for the hospital
- Travel medicine clinic
- Vaccinated patients against communicable diseases such as flu, pneumonia and yellow fever
- Educated patients on preventative measures, contributing to a decrease in hospital readmissions.
- Supervised care given by other professional or non-professional personnel and instructed on proper techniques.
- Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
- Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
Education
Quality, Safety, Informatics And Leadership Certif - Health Administration
Harvard University
08.2020
Management of Health Institutions - Health Administration
ITAM
04.2020
Medical Residency in Preventive Medicine and Public Health -
Ministerio De Educación, Deporte Y Cultura
05.2012
Masters in Bioethics - Bioethics And Medical Ethics
Navarra University
Navarra, Spain09.2008
M.D. -
Universidad Anáhuac De Mexico
Mexico City08.2006
Skills
- Social Media Strategy
- Time Management
- Reputation Management
- Diligence
- Multilingual Communication
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Multitasking
- Employee Supervision
- Communication skills
- Advocacy
- Healthcare
- Internal Communications
- Public health policy
- Public health knowledge
Certification
- IATA Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Florence
- GCPs
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Public Relations Director
Panamerican Clinical Research
03.2024 - Current
University Professor
Universidad De Tlaxcala
01.2023 - Current
Site Director
Panamerican Clinical Research
01.2023 - 03.2023
Advisory Consultant
Panamerican Health Organization
08.2021 - 12.2021
Executive Director
Mexican Society of Public Health
03.2021 - 12.2022
Medical Director
Ever Health Sapi SA De CV
07.2019 - 07.2020
Public Health Advisor
Ppal Bureau De Asuntos Públicos Y Comunicación
03.2018 - 06.2019
University Professor
Anáhuac University
02.2018 - 12.2022
Senior Technical Advisor
Mexican Health Secretary
05.2013 - 10.2018
Preventive Medicine and Public Health Physician
Complejo Hospitalario De Pontevedra
03.2012 - 11.2012
Quality, Safety, Informatics And Leadership Certif - Health Administration
Harvard University
Management of Health Institutions - Health Administration
ITAM
Medical Residency in Preventive Medicine and Public Health -
Ministerio De Educación, Deporte Y Cultura
Masters in Bioethics - Bioethics And Medical Ethics
Navarra University
M.D. -
Universidad Anáhuac De Mexico
- IATA Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Florence
- GCPs
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