Efe Can

As a medical executive and healthcare innovation leader with over 15 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to advancing healthcare through strategic planning, innovation, and leadership. My journey encompasses global medical affairs, clinical development, and product innovation in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. From conceptualizing groundbreaking ideas to ensuring successful commercialization, I have led initiatives that resulted in regulatory approvals, market-leading product launches, and enhanced patient safety. Throughout my career, I have built and guided cross-functional teams, aligning R&D with business objectives while leveraging market insights and technological advancements to address unmet needs. Dedicated to innovation and patient-centered care, I have consistently delivered impactful solutions that enhance patient outcomes globally, while driving organizational growth and operational excellence. My commitment to advancing ophthalmology and beyond remains the cornerstone of my professional endeavors.

• Built and led high-performing global teams across medical affairs, R&D, and innovation, managing teams of up to 50 professionals and overseeing budgets exceeding 20M EUR annually.
• Demonstrated the ability to lead with grace and resilience under pressure, ensuring timely decision-making and stakeholder alignment in complex and high-stakes environments.
• Fostered cross-functional collaboration to drive strategic initiatives, resulting in market-leading product launches and sustained organizational growth.
• Championed a culture of ethical decision-making and patient-centric care, enhancing trust and credibility among global stakeholders.
• Successfully launched multiple ophthalmic devices and treatments globally, generating an estimated 200M EUR in cumulative revenue.
• Recognized for thought leadership in retina, cataract, and glaucoma management, contributing to advancements in surgical techniques and patient care standards.

Inventor of 40+ patents, including advanced ophthalmic formulations, drugs, medical devices, and surgical innovations that have streamlined surgical procedures and improved patient outcomes globally.

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Published 15+ peer-reviewed articles in leading journals, significantly influencing clinical practices and advancing the science of ophthalmology.

For a complete list of publications, please visit this link http://bit.ly/3PgpgRQ  to see the details of all publications.

The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons ESCRS

American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery ASCRS

European Society of Retina Specialists EURETINA

American Academy of Ophthalmology AAO

The American Society of Retina Specialists ASRS

Turkish Ophthalmological Association TOA