The Cv Of A Medical Guy

Daniel W. Abshear 761 Peine Forest Ct. Wentzville, Missouri 63385 Phone: 636-639-1027 Cell: 314-518-0573 Email: [email protected]

Experience Summary: My vocations have consisted of both a health care provider and a marketing expert for the medical industry for a period of time that spans three decades. My knowledge of both vocations and the health care field is great, and I have placed great importance on the restoration of the health of others as needed.

Education:* 1992 to 1995- Bachelor of Arts, Columbia 1990 to 1992- Associate of Arts, Columbia *Self- financed while working full time with a G.P.A. of 3.4

Experience: 2007 to Present: Compliance Alliance We are a compliance consulting company who educates, instructs, and trains members of corporations on how to best comply to those that regulate their industry. Client acquisition is performed through seminars. •

2001 to 2007 MO

Novartis Corp. Specialty Cardio-Metabolic rep., St. Louis,

1. Consistently ranked in the top five percent of the region for promoted products, with numerous awards for these achievements. 2. Doubled the market share of Starlix, a diabetes medication, which was more than the nation in the first 6 months on territory. 3. Have won several awards for growing Diovan, a hypertension Small molecule synthetic pharmaceutical, much above the national average. 4. Selected by the Regional Manager to be leader of the team of 10 representatives in the territory for superior leadership and teamwork during this time. 5. Superior yearly evaluations with above average salary increases.

1999 to 2001

Pharmacia Corp. Institutional Rep., St. Louis, MO

1. Ranked number one in a six state district for exceeding market share for Zyvox, an institutional antibiotic that was newly launched. 2. Ranked number one in an 83 member region for growing market share for Pletal, a medication for intermittent claudication. 3. Received an award trip to Puerto Rico and a relocation package for these achievements during this time as well as other awards for the above results. 1996 to 1999

Merck and Co. Professional Representative, Columbia, Missouri 1. Ranked in the top ten percent for the region for growing market share for Cozaar, a medication for hypertension. 2. Successfully launched two medications, Maxalt for migraines and Vioxx, for arthritis and pain, and won awards for these successes. 3. Won numerous awards for teamwork and speaker development as well as developing thought leaders for the disease states related to promoted products during this time.

1990 to 1995

Tenet Healthcare Corp. Physician Assistant, Columbia, MO Assigned in a multi-physician Urology office and provided doctors with etiological information that facilitated the diagnosis and effectiveness of their patients’ therapeutic regimens. Participated in the promotion of their practices as well- which included prostate screenings, incontinence clinic operations, and other functions related to the specialty. Also, I negotiated a ten percent pay increase during a period of staff reduction. Account was managed by me for Tenet Healthcare and primarily involved direct patient care while managing these important clients as a clinical research associate as well. *Throughout the above experiences, I have also consistently managed various related exhibit and sponsor opportunities to supplement the growth of my business base due to my familiarity with the marketplace, as well as polish the image of each employer though my notable public relations skills.

1984 to 1990

U.S.M.C. and Navy Medic (Hospital Corpsman) Became an expert in several aspects of health care in numerous and, at times, difficult settings. Conceptually more aware of the complexities of treatment options, and the benefits of

repairing the health of others. Skill Sets I Possess Possibly Relevant to Your Organization: Ability to work in a matrix team environment Performance driven Notable negotiator and communicator for impact Entrepreneurial talents demonstrated Achieve consistently all objectives and desired results Extensive medical and health care business knowledge Catalyst for transforming strategy into action Apply objectives to goals Acquire credibility through integrity and honesty Completely satisfy client needs with enthusiasm Generate revenue with products promoted.

Memberships and licenses with the following organizations: American Medical Writer’s Association. American Association of Clinical Pathologists. American Society of Clinical Research Associates. National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. International Society of Medical Publication Planners Member: National Physicians Alliance Member: Community Catalyst Staff Author: www.Brainblogger.com Member: Health Care Society of Industry Leaders Member: Health Care Compliance Association