Experienced Executive with over 20 years experience in the healthcare field with a demonstrated track record in network development, contract negotiation, financial analysis and forecasting with proven expertise in driving efficiency, growth and productivity through evaluation of financial management systems and implementation of process improvements.Began career as an administrative director in managing and expanding the outpatient network development activities for Staten Island University Hospital and went on to establishing, expanding and directing the Eastchester Center for Cancer Care, a multispecialty physician group serving the greater NY area. Founded Axella Research, a CRO focusing on Phase I/II clinical studies, to capitalize on the infrastructure and research expertise of the physician network and recruited a team of experts in the research and development arena.