Eric Van Praagh Email & Phone Number

Toronto, On, Ca

Ontario, Canada

-Key Account Manager for TAVNEOS, collaborating with Rheumatology specialists in Ontario & Atlantic Canada-Regional Nephrology Marketing Lead for Ontario

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Product Manager for Otsuka Nephrology Dialysis Portfolio - VELPHORO

Gta And Northwestern Ontario

Otsuka's Nephrology portfolio includes innovations in ADPKD, Hyperphosphatemia and Hyperkalemia, with a strong developing pipeline. Develop superior customer relationships through the application of strategic account management and responsible for maximizing OCPI product sales throughout the GTA and Northern Ontario. Work with all Nephrologists and Renal team members supporting all CKD patients.Manage daily productivity and business development for the Ontario Nephrology… Show more Otsuka's Nephrology portfolio includes innovations in ADPKD, Hyperphosphatemia and Hyperkalemia, with a strong developing pipeline. Develop superior customer relationships through the application of strategic account management and responsible for maximizing OCPI product sales throughout the GTA and Northern Ontario. Work with all Nephrologists and Renal team members supporting all CKD patients.Manage daily productivity and business development for the Ontario Nephrology Referral Specialists team.http://www.otsukacanada.com Show less

Markham, Ontario

Providing strategic consulting to the Healthcare industry, focusing on product development and marketing and sales strategy. Extensive service of the Pharmaceutical, Complex Care and Medical Devices industries, with complementary experience in the Retail/CPG sector.Consultancy work listed below:Vice President/Director of Sales - Synergy Therapeutics May 2012 to March 2015Team lead for Synergy Therapeutic Brace and Support products within the Retail, Healthcare, Institutional… Show more Providing strategic consulting to the Healthcare industry, focusing on product development and marketing and sales strategy. Extensive service of the Pharmaceutical, Complex Care and Medical Devices industries, with complementary experience in the Retail/CPG sector.Consultancy work listed below:Vice President/Director of Sales - Synergy Therapeutics May 2012 to March 2015Team lead for Synergy Therapeutic Brace and Support products within the Retail, Healthcare, Institutional and Durable Medical Equipment markets globally. Developed business plans and strategies for profitable revenue growth.Partner/Senior Executive - Sales & Marketing - Synergy Medical Supply September 2009 to May 2012Team lead for branding, website development and marketing efforts, public relations and advocacy efforts within the Ministry of Health in Ontario, LHIN and CCAC networks. Main contact for the company and lead for sales presentations, education and training, tradeshows, and hiring of all new distributors, sales agents and clinical advocates.Helped to bring Synergy into a revenue-positive position and to successfully negotiate a global licensing and distribution arrangement with Jonic Distribution North America Inc. as of May 1, 2012. Show less

Mississauga, On

Synergy Medical Supply Inc. is a manufacturing and sales company focused on bringing their innovative and patented therapeutic braces, supports and wellness products to the Retail and Healthcare industries. Synergy’s unique blend of patented materials, infused with clinically proven Far Infrared Ray (FIR) technology, position the Synergy line as a leader in an expanding marketplace of innovative therapeutic solutions. Helped found and incorporate the company, designed all business and… Show more Synergy Medical Supply Inc. is a manufacturing and sales company focused on bringing their innovative and patented therapeutic braces, supports and wellness products to the Retail and Healthcare industries. Synergy’s unique blend of patented materials, infused with clinically proven Far Infrared Ray (FIR) technology, position the Synergy line as a leader in an expanding marketplace of innovative therapeutic solutions. Helped found and incorporate the company, designed all business and market access plans, ran all clinical evaluations and trials, and led global business development within the Healthcare and Institutional markets. Team lead for branding, website development and marketing efforts, public relations and communications and advocacy efforts within the Ministry of Health in Ontario, LHIN and CCAC networks and Provincial Health Authorities. Key roles also included pricing and forecasting, product design, logistics, regulatory affairs dealing directly with Health Canada, FDA, US Customs, and European CE Mark legislation. Main contact for the company and lead for sales presentations, education and training, tradeshows, and hiring of all new distributors, sales agents and clinical advocates.Designed and implemented two major trials for Synergy’s Hip Protector product line within the LTC Sector. The clinically significant results led to major implementation across Canada and the product being recognized as the gold standard in Falls Prevention. Won two Ontario Long Term Care Association Awards.Helped to bring Synergy into a revenue-positive position and to successfully negotiate a global licensing and distribution arrangement with Jonic Distribution North America Inc. as of May 1, 2012. Show less

Laval, Quebec

DOMREX PHARMA is a medical device and pharmaceutical product distributor specialized in safety medical devices and injectable pharmaceutical products. DOMREX PHARMA develops and adapts US and European products for the Canadian market. DOMREX PHARMA acquires licenses and distribution agreements for innovative medical devices and pharmaceutical products for marketing, promotion and distribution in Canada. DOMREX PHARMA is also involved in custom design services, and R&D, for global… Show more DOMREX PHARMA is a medical device and pharmaceutical product distributor specialized in safety medical devices and injectable pharmaceutical products. DOMREX PHARMA develops and adapts US and European products for the Canadian market. DOMREX PHARMA acquires licenses and distribution agreements for innovative medical devices and pharmaceutical products for marketing, promotion and distribution in Canada. DOMREX PHARMA is also involved in custom design services, and R&D, for global pharmaceutical, device and biotech companies. Our focus is on innovative safety solution products and devices. Our product development team is housed in Ontario & Quebec, as are our partner toolmakers and molders.Founding partner of the company. Team lead in business development and marketing initiatives and sales efforts within the Healthcare and Institutional markets. Worked closely with team on distribution contracts for innovative safety products, Diabetes market clinical team lead on the innovative Pic Indolor line from Italy. Worked on all branding, marketing and sales communication efforts.Presented the Canadian Diabetes Market and the company business plan and focus before global diabetes market leaders in Lake Como, Italy. Represented the company at regional Retail and Complex Care conferences, and at major events such as the Canadian Diabetes Association Annual Convention.Successfully raised $1M in private equity and was the key lead for shareholder communications and the companies fiduciary responsibilities. Show less

Ontario, Canada

Senior representative within the Nephrology division at Amgen, focussing on HD/PD Dialysis and Chronic Kidney Disease Centres. Aranesp and Sensipar were main two products. Successfully negotiated the Lakeridge Health Dialysis mutli-year contract which provided significant revenues and profile for Amgen in Ontario. Represented Amgen at major conferences such as Canadian Society of Nephrology, American Society of Nephrology, and Canadian Association of Nephrology Nurses and Technologists.

Ontario, Canada

Senior Hospital Representative for Eastern Ontario focussing on Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology and Internal Medicine specialists. Major centres included Kingston General Hospital and Queens Medical School, Lakeridge Health and York Region Cardiology. Main products included Lipitor, Norvasc and Accupril. Also successfully promoted Zithromax, Celebrex, Viagra, Loestrin/Minestrin, Caduet, Accuretic and Lyrica. Attended international conferences and advisory boards. Trained new Pfizer… Show more Senior Hospital Representative for Eastern Ontario focussing on Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology and Internal Medicine specialists. Major centres included Kingston General Hospital and Queens Medical School, Lakeridge Health and York Region Cardiology. Main products included Lipitor, Norvasc and Accupril. Also successfully promoted Zithromax, Celebrex, Viagra, Loestrin/Minestrin, Caduet, Accuretic and Lyrica. Attended international conferences and advisory boards. Trained new Pfizer representatives on Accupril and Norvasc at head office in Montreal on several occasions.Represented the company at major international conferences such as the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, American Cardiology Conference, Canadian Diabetes Association and the Canadian Cardiology Congress.Won the 2004 Sales Award for highest market penetration nationally. Show less