Type Of Business:
Health management company
Expertise:
Clinical research; Human genetics
Major Product/SVS:
Health care services for companies
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Human Genetics, Sarah Lawrence College (1995)
Affiliations Awards:
National Society of Genetic Counselors
Industry:
Health Care Administration
Charity:
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
21
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for helping people with rare genetic diseases.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her lifelong interest in health care and desire to be more involved in clinical research.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Correia is a clinical operations manager who is accomplished in researching and developing treatments for rare genetic diseases. She has worked on several medicines that received U.S. Food and Drug Administration and EMEA approval, such as Myozyme. She is also a trained genetic counselor.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing and managing research projects; Ensuring completion of clinical research and genetic testing projects
Awards/Honors:
Regional Leadership Award, National Society of Genetic Counselors (2006)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Correia hopes to experience continued growth in her field.