Candice Quan
@candicequan
Experienced Registered Nurse passionate about patient education and engagement.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with a master’s degree in Nursing Education. My career has been dedicated to improving health outcomes and providing person-centered care through innovative patient support programs. I have a proven track record in patient engagement, education, and support across chronic disease populations, and I excel in simplifying complex medical information to empower patients in managing their health.
As the Owner and Independent Consultant at Kairos Ventures, LLC, I deliver strategic clinical and commercial support to global health and medtech organizations. My recent engagements include providing clinical support for pediatric orthopedic cases and serving as a clinical liaison for international pediatric spine missions. I have also held significant roles at Medacta International and Stryker Spine, where I was responsible for planning and executing educational programs that align with organizational objectives, ensuring high-quality learning experiences for healthcare professionals.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to cross-functional collaboration and effective communication, leveraging my skills in Salesforce, Microsoft Office, and various digital platforms to enhance patient education and engagement strategies. I am passionate about utilizing my expertise to drive positive change in healthcare delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Owner & Independent Consultant
Kairos Ventures, LLC
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Delivering strategic clinical and commercial support to global health and medtech organizations through consulting, education, and partnership development. Supporting high-volume pediatric orthopedic cases across multiple institutions. Providing intraoperative and perioperative support for international pediatric spine missions.
Associate Director – Medacta Academy, Spine
Medacta International
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Maintained ownership for the planning and execution of Medacta Academy's representative and surgeon education programming. Created and meticulously reviewed educational content for various formats, including online learning, virtual learning, and in person education events. Collected and communicated event metrics with sales leadership and marketing teams to align educational opportunities with co
Program Manager – Medical Education
Stryker Spine
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Demonstrated ownership and accountability for the successful execution of Stryker Spine's surgeon educational programs and tools. Collaborated closely with surgeon faculty, sales teams, and product marketing to create comprehensive and impactful educational experiences. Pioneered innovative approaches to enhance the effectiveness of training programs, actively exploring new methods such as online
Field Marketing Manager
Stryker Spine
Jun 2019 - Present (6 years 1 month)
Led the successful promotion and adoption of the Stryker Spine digital health platform, driving its implementation and utilization within surgeon customer accounts. Leveraged in-depth product knowledge and clinical experience to support local sales representatives during surgeon meetings. Collaborated closely with the marketing communications team to provide product support and ensure representati
Senior Spine Sales Consultant/Senior Field Sales Trainer
K2M, Inc. - Spine
Mar 2016 - Present (9 years 4 months)
Provided exceptional support and promotion for K2M products across a wide range of spinal applications, from degenerative procedures to complex deformity applications. Planned and facilitated surgeon labs and educational opportunities, creating engaging and interactive learning environments. Provided extensive support for corporate rep training programs, playing a key role in facilitating product
Clinical Consultant
DePuy Synthesis Spine
Jun 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)
Provided exceptional clinical support for a diverse range of spine procedures, ranging from simple outpatient procedures to complex spinal deformity cases.
Orthopedic Clinical Coordinator
Riley Children’s Hospital
Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 6 months)
Directed orthopedic clinical operations at a leading children’s hospital, orchestrating seamless coordination of patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and program development initiatives. Specialized in orthopedic surgery, actively participating as both a scrub and circulating nurse in a variety of orthopedic cases. Played a key role in orienting nursing and surgical tech staff to orthope
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ball State University
Master of Science, Nursing Education
Focused on advanced nursing practices and educational methodologies. Developed expertise in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques for nursing programs.
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Completed a comprehensive curriculum in nursing science and clinical practice. Gained foundational knowledge in patient care, health assessment, and evidence-based nursing interventions.
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