Mariana Fernandes

Modality Sales Specialist (Coronary) at Philips Iberia

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

About

I am passionate about the intersection of engineering and healthcare, with a mission to bridge the gap between real-world needs, ideas, technology, and practical solutions. Driven by commitment, innovation, operations and sustainability, I thrive on learning, embracing new challenges, and working with like-minded professionals. As a writter by passion, I also share occasional reflections in here — small thoughts that spark curiosity and invite open discussion. Feel free to join the conversation!

Experience

  • Modality Sales Specialist at Philips
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • Account Representative at Johnson & Johnson
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Partnered with Catalonian HCPs of General Surgery, Thoracic, Urology, and Gynecology carrying laparoscopic and open surgery' products, endomechanical sutures and energy (sealants for cutting and coagulation): · Driving sales through strategic planning and execution · Negotiating, building and maintaining relationships with hospitals · Providing technical insights, supporting teams in the OR, and promoting in-service training

  • Innovation and Technology Transfer Intern at INESC Technology and Science - Associate Laboratory
    Mar 2023 - Jul 2023 · 5 mos

    Master's Student grant opportunity to merge interests in engineering and business, through the promotion of innovation: · Conducted market research, industry analysis, and needs assessments · Developed frameworks, patent strategies, and business development approaches to enhance the societal impact of R&D results · Partnered with researchers and industry, contributing to decision-making processes · Created dissemination materials and supported awareness initiatives to promote innovation valorization

  • Clinical Researcher at Centre national de la recherche scientifique
    Sep 2022 - Dec 2022 · 4 mos

    · Conducted a robust and thorough needs screening process (following Biodesign by Stanford) and identified an opportunity gap · Generated solution concepts, planned and created a development strategy aligned with business goals