Expertise:
Practice management; Clinical research administration
Major Product/SVS:
Medical education and research; Patient care
Hobbies/Sports:
Strength training; Planning events; Photography
Education Degrees:
Pursuing MBA, Baruch College; Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Studies, Cornell University (2000)
Affiliations Awards:
Board Member, SoulSis Inc.; Board Member, Advocacy for Patients with Chronic Illness, Inc.; The Society of Clinical Research Associates; 85 Broads Unlimited, LLC
Charity:
Local Charitable Organizations
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she has always had a passion for medicine, and she decided that working from the operations perspective would allow her to have the broadest range of influence within the health care industry.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing staff members, departmental training and development; Budgeting; Conducting professionalism and customer service classes
Education Certifications:
Certified Clinical Research Professional
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Cortes would like to work as an operations consultant for group medical practices and community clinics.