Erika Gentile

• Delivered clinical and device training across multiple therapeutic areas (Parkinson's, Asthma, Dermatology, Autoimmune).
• Educated site staff on investigational medical devices, patient monitoring, and protocol-specific tools.
• Collaborated with CRAs and sponsors to identify and resolve recruitment challenges across 30+ trial sites.
• Presented patient pathway strategies and site feedback to internal teams and sponsors (e.g., Acromegaly, Autism).
• Initiated patient engagement campaigns and crafted localized referral tools (flyers, physician letters).
• Ensured quality standards through consistent monitoring and corrective action planning.
• Acquired professional development courses regularly to stay abreast with recent educational trends-enriching the teaching experience.

Gynecologic Oncology Unit (1.5 years)

• Conducted pre-operative consultations to explain procedures, assess patient understanding, and provide emotional support.
• Educated patients undergoing total mastectomy on post-operative care, physical recovery, and psychological adjustment.
• Provided post-surgical monitoring, complex wound care, and pain management in collaboration with the medical team.

ENT Oncology Unit (1.5 years)

• Delivered comprehensive pre- and post-operative care for patients with head and neck cancers, including those with tracheostomies.
• Managed emergency situations involving acute ENT patients, including tracheostomy complications.
• Offered tailored patient education on tracheostomy care, communication tools, and respiratory hygiene.

• Delivered at-home care for chronic, post-surgical, and palliative patients.
• Built trust with patients and physicians to ensure adherence and continuity of care.

• Delivered comprehensive pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing orthopedic procedures (e.g., hip/knee replacements, ligament reconstructions).

• Provided patient education on mobility aids (crutches, walkers), wound care, thrombosis prevention, and rehabilitation expectations.

• Ensured proper use and maintenance of medical devices (orthopedic braces, wound drains, compression systems).

• Collaborated with physiotherapists to support functional recovery and reinforce safe postural techniques.

• Assisted in pain management, early mobilization, and discharge planning for a diverse international patient population.

• Operated autonomously in resource-limited settings, managing complex wounds, infected lesions, and deep burns.

• Delivered front-line care and health education to underserved communities.

• Provided hygiene instruction and prevention strategies to reduce infection risks.

• Adapted clinical decision-making and treatment plans to minimal infrastructure and local constraints.