Claudia Elizabeth Martinez Franco
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Dynamic professional with a solid foundation in communication skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Maintains composure under pressure, ensuring effective decision-making in challenging situations. Committed to leveraging core competencies to drive organizational success and foster collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
General Surgery department
Luque General Hospital
Asuncion
06.2023 - 10.2025
- Permanent staff physician at one of the country's leading public hospitals, delivering comprehensive general medical and surgery care across a wide spectrum of conditions. Provide clinical management to a diverse patient population in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Additionally, support the Endoscopy Unit by performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including ERCP as part of integrated gastrointestinal care.
General Practitioner, Gastroenterology Department
Instituto de Prevision Social – IPS Headquarters Hospital
Asuncion
09.2021 - 10.2025
- Permanent staff member of the Gastroenterology Unit at the country's largest hospital within the state-funded healthcare system. Provide endoscopic care, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, for a diverse patient population. Actively participate in multidisciplinary teams to manage complex gastrointestinal healthcare.
Gastroenterology department
La Costa Medical Center
Asuncion, PARAGUAY
02.2021 - 10.2025
- Provided general medical care in a modern private hospital.
Assisted in performing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including endoscopic ultrasound (EUS).
Supported high-quality gastrointestinal care within a multidisciplinary team.
General Surgery Department, Digestive Endoscopy Specialist
Nova Iguaçu Hospital
Rio de Janeiro
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Provided specialized care in the diagnosis and management of biliopancreatic disorders through ERCP procedures.
General Practitioner and Digestive Endoscopy Specialist
Memorial Hospital
Rio de Janeiro, BRAZIL
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Oversaw delivery of general medical care while executing endoscopic procedures for patient treatment.
Directed diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including ERCP and EUS, for effective management of gastrointestinal disorders.
Facilitated recovery for patients facing complications from bariatric surgeries using advanced endoscopic techniques.
General Practitioner, Digestive Endoscopy Department
Pasteur Hospital / Intermédica Hospital / Rede Rio de Medicina Hospital / Clube Vida de Saúde Medical Center
Rio de Janeiro
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Provided general medical care as part of the clinical staff at VideoEndo, contributing to patient management across multiple leading hospitals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. In addition to routine medical responsibilities, performed a high volume of upper endoscopies and colonoscopies, including advanced interventional procedures. Worked closely with a respected team recognized for its academic and clinical excellence in gastrointestinal care.
Attending Physician
Gaffrée e Guinle University Hospital
Rio de Janeiro
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Primary responsibility for overseeing patient care and supervising medical students, residents, and fellows in the field of endoscopic procedures. Committed to delivering high-quality treatment while actively contributing to continuous medical education.
General Practitioner
Memorial Hospital
Rio de Janeiro
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Provide rapid assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for emergency patients with acute medical conditions. Stabilize and manage cases without surgical intervention, ensuring timely and effective clinical care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
General Practitioner, General Surgery Department
São Francisco de Assis Municipality Hospital
Rio de Janeiro
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Provide immediate surgical care for emergency cases, performing life-saving procedures and trauma interventions. Assess, diagnose, and stabilize patients in critical condition. Collaborate with emergency teams to ensure rapid and effective treatment.
General Practitioner, General Surgery Department
La Costa Medical Center
Asuncion, PARAGUAY
05.2013 - 02.2015
- Provided surgical assistance for emergency cases, performing critical life-saving procedures. Assessed and diagnosed patients in critical condition, ensuring timely stabilisation. Collaborated with emergency response teams to facilitate effective patient treatment.
Education
Postgraduate Degree - Digestive Endoscopy
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro PUC-Rio
Rio de Janeiro, BRAZIL 03.2015 - 05.2017
Postgraduate Degree - General Surgery Residency Program
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Asuncion, PARAGUAY 05.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery – MBBS - Medicine
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Asuncion, PARAGUAY 03.2005 - 05.2011
Skills
- Patient assessment and clinical examination
- Diagnosis and management of conditions
- Pre-operative and post-operative care
- Emergency management
- Infection control and patient safety
- Upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy
- Management of GI bleeding
- Polypectomy and hemostasis techniques
- EUS and ERCP
Languages
Spanish
Native
English
Upper intermediate
Portuguese
Fluent
Timeline
General Surgery department
Luque General Hospital
06.2023 - 10.2025
General Practitioner, Gastroenterology Department
Instituto de Prevision Social – IPS Headquarters Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2025
Gastroenterology department
La Costa Medical Center
02.2021 - 10.2025
General Surgery Department, Digestive Endoscopy Specialist
Nova Iguaçu Hospital
05.2018 - 12.2020
General Practitioner and Digestive Endoscopy Specialist
Memorial Hospital
04.2017 - 12.2020
General Practitioner, Digestive Endoscopy Department
Pasteur Hospital / Intermédica Hospital / Rede Rio de Medicina Hospital / Clube Vida de Saúde Medical Center
04.2017 - 12.2020
Attending Physician
Gaffrée e Guinle University Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2019
General Practitioner
Memorial Hospital
08.2016 - 07.2017
General Practitioner, General Surgery Department
São Francisco de Assis Municipality Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2016
Postgraduate Degree - Digestive Endoscopy
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro PUC-Rio
03.2015 - 05.2017
General Practitioner, General Surgery Department
La Costa Medical Center
05.2013 - 02.2015
Postgraduate Degree - General Surgery Residency Program
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
05.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery – MBBS - Medicine
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
03.2005 - 05.2011