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
2023.06 - 2025.10
- 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
2021.09 - 2025.10
- 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
2021.02 - 2025.10
- 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
2018.05 - 2020.12
- 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
2017.04 - 2020.12
- 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
2017.04 - 2020.12
- 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
2017.03 - 2019.12
- 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
2016.08 - 2017.07
- 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
2016.08 - 2016.12
- 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
2013.05 - 2015.02
- 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 2015.03 - 2017.05
Postgraduate Degree - General Surgery Residency Program
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Asuncion, PARAGUAY 2012.05 - 2015.05
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery – MBBS - Medicine
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Asuncion, PARAGUAY 2005.03 - 2011.05
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
2023.06 - 2025.10
General Practitioner, Gastroenterology Department
Instituto de Prevision Social – IPS Headquarters Hospital
2021.09 - 2025.10
Gastroenterology department
La Costa Medical Center
2021.02 - 2025.10
General Surgery Department, Digestive Endoscopy Specialist
Nova Iguaçu Hospital
2018.05 - 2020.12
General Practitioner and Digestive Endoscopy Specialist
Memorial Hospital
2017.04 - 2020.12
General Practitioner, Digestive Endoscopy Department
Pasteur Hospital / Intermédica Hospital / Rede Rio de Medicina Hospital / Clube Vida de Saúde Medical Center
2017.04 - 2020.12
Attending Physician
Gaffrée e Guinle University Hospital
2017.03 - 2019.12
General Practitioner
Memorial Hospital
2016.08 - 2017.07
General Practitioner, General Surgery Department
São Francisco de Assis Municipality Hospital
2016.08 - 2016.12
Postgraduate Degree - Digestive Endoscopy
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro PUC-Rio
2015.03 - 2017.05
General Practitioner, General Surgery Department
La Costa Medical Center
2013.05 - 2015.02
Postgraduate Degree - General Surgery Residency Program
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
2012.05 - 2015.05
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery – MBBS - Medicine
Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
2005.03 - 2011.05