Type Of Business:
Consulting Company
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Dr. Endara's expertise includes trauma and business management, health care performance improvement, clinical credentials and patient safety.
Major Product/SVS:
Health Care Management and Information Technology Consultation Services
Favorite Business Publication:
Healthcare Executive; Journal of Healthcare Management; National Geographic; Soldiers; US News and World Report
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling, Tennis, Jogging, Walking, Dancing
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration, Middleham University, UK (1995); Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management, Webster University, San Antonio, TX (1990); Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Healthcare Administration, Concentration in Healthcare Administration, Texas State University, San Marcos, TX (1988); Coursework in English and Spanish, American School, Ecuador; Coursework, Medical School
Affiliations Awards:
American College of Healthcare Executives; Examiner, Board of Examiners, Malcolm Baldrige National Quality (2001, 2000, 1998); Compliance Conference, The Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organization (2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997); Compliance and Quality Management Symposium (1997-1998, 1991-1995); Compliance and Utilization Management Symposium (1993); American College of Healthcare Executives (1990); National Geographic Society
Industry:
Healthcare Management
State/Country of Origin:
Ecuador
Children's Names:
Martin, Marco Jr.
Date of Distinction:
12/26/2008
Work History:
Patient Safety Officer, Healthcare Systems Quality Improvement Department, Veterans Administration Medical Center, San Francisco, CA (2003-2005); Health Systems and Professional Standards Director, Office of the Command Surgeon, United States Air Force, Ramstein Air Base, Germany (1996-2003); Supervisory Health Systems Specialist and Compliance Program Manager, Lakenheath Air Base, United Kingdom (1994-1996); Supervisory Health Systems Compliance Program Manager, United States Air Force Hospital, Incirlik Air Base, Turkey (1991-1994); Supervisory Health Systems Compliance Program Manager, United States Air Force Clinic, San Vito Air Station, Italy (1990-1992); Medical and Health Care Instructor, Curriculum Program Manager, United States Army Academy of Health Sciences, San Antonio, TX (1989-1990); Medical Instructor, Deployable Medical Systems, United States Army Academy of Health Sciences, San Antonio (1987-1989); Clinical Specialist, United States Army Regional Department of Pathology Laboratory, Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, TX (1985-1987); Military Leadership Positions in Clinical Care, Training, Education, Doctrine Writing and Management, United States Army, United States Clinics, Medical Centers and Community Hospitals (1964-1984)
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Dr. Endara's experience in health care, mentoring skills, passion to improve health care and extensive travel throughout the United States, Central America, South America, Europe and the Middle East separate him from his peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Dr. Endara's greatest career achievement was being appointed for three years by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Institute of Standards and Technology to serve as an examiner on the Board of Examiners of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.
Expanded Biography:
Dr. Endara often mentions a quote by former United States Air Force Surgeon General Chip Roadman when talking about health care and patient safety: "Taking care of a patient is like flying an aircraft. Take off is optional, landing is mandatory." He also lives by these words of wisdom, "Manage by walking around."
Charity:
Catholic Church, Lackland Air Force Base; Texas Baptist Children's Home; United Cerebral Palsy; Facilitator, Nicotine Cessation, Health and Wellness Center, Ramstein, Germany (1997-2003); Cholesterol Screening Volunteer, Health and Welfare Center, Ramstein, Germany (1997-2003); Facilitator, Nicotine Cessation, American Cancer Society, Inc. (1976-1980)
Number Of Years In Profession:
33
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his education.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through his family's inspiration.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Endara is dedicated to traumatology. He served for 20 years in the United States Army Medical Department and is currently working on two books, "The Life of Soldier, Marco A. Endara" and "Pia's Angels." He is fluent in Spanish, German and Italian.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Consulting on Business, Health Care and Patient Safety, Attending Meetings to Evaluate Institutions, Overseeing Documentation and Health Care Management, Performance Improvement and Risk Management, Interacting with Administrators and Staff Members, Overseeing All Aspects of the Company
Education Certifications:
Training, The Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations Quality Management Symposium, San Francisco, CA (2004); Patient Safety Training, Reno, NV (2003); Patient Safety Training, United States Air Force (2002); Examiner Training, Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD (2001); Examiner Training, Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD (2000); Certification Course, United States Navy, American Society for Healthcare Risk Management, Atlanta, GA (1999); Certification, American Society of Healthcare Risk Management (1999); Examiner Training, Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD (1998); Compliance and Quality Management Workshop, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, Wichita Falls, TX (1998); Compliance and Quality Management Instructor Certification, United States Air Force, Mildenhall, UK (1996); Medical Ethics Course, United States Air, Lakenheath, UK (1995); Compliance and Quality Management Train the Trainer Course, United States Air Force, Ramstein, Germany (1993); Medical Records Management Course, United States Air Force, Turkey (1992); Medical Ethics Course, United States Air Force, Brindisi, Italy (1991); Hyperbaric Chamber Training, United States Army, NASA, San Antonio, TX (1988); Faculty Development and Instructor Course, United States Army, San Antonio, TX (1987); Training Development Course, United States Army, San Antonio, TX (1987); Coursework on the Human Immunodeficient Virus, United States Army, San Antonio, TX (1986); Medical Writer Conference and Workshop, United States Army, San Antonio, TX (1984); Medical Writer Conference and Workshop, United States Army, San Antonio, TX (1983); Senior Medical Manager Course, United States Army, San Antonio, TX (1982); Certified Linguist in American Spanish, Advanced Level, United States Army (1978); Certified Linguist in German, Advanced Level, United States Army (1978); Facilitator Training, American Cancer Society, Inc., Nicotine Cessation Program, San Antonio, TX (1976); Facilitator Training, American Cancer Society, Inc., Nicotine Cessation Program, San Antonio, TX (1975); Certification in Healthcare Management
Awards/Honors:
Bonus Award, United States Air Force (1990-2003); Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Commerce (2001, 2000); Award in Healthcare and Education, National Institute of Technology and Standards, United States Department of Commerce; Bonus Award for Achieving Improvement in Patient Safety during National Inspections, Veterans Hospital, San Francisco, CA; Six-Time Recipient, Expert Badges; Combat Medical Badge; Vietnam Service Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Bronze Star Medal; Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm; Army Gallantry Medal; Army Commendation Medal for Heroism; Army Service Medal; Army Meritorious Service Medal; Overseas Service Ribbon; Professional Development Ribbon; Six-Time Recipient, Good Conduct Medal, United States Army
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Endara intends to grow professionally on an international basis and work with more companies to improve health care, documentation and safety.