Shandher Tovar MD, MBA
About Shandher Tovar MD, MBA
Shandher Tovar MD, MBA is an Oncology Disease Area Specialist at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Colombia with extensive experience in clinical research and medical advisory roles across Latin America.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Shandher Tovar currently holds the position of Oncology Disease Area Specialist at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Colombia. His responsibilities include overseeing oncology-related initiatives and providing expertise in the treatment and management of cancer. With a focus on improving patient outcomes in Colombia, Tovar leverages his extensive background in oncology and clinical research.
Previous Roles at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Shandher Tovar has a robust history with Bristol-Myers Squibb, having served in multiple roles across Latin America. From 2017 to 2019, he was the Scientific Advisor Immuno-Oncology in Argentina. Prior to that, he worked from 2015 to 2017 as Medical Scientific Liaison, Oncology in Peru. These positions involved providing scientific support, facilitating research projects, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to advance oncology care.
Educational Background
Shandher Tovar has an extensive educational background. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from Universidad Ricardo Palma, completing his studies in 2006. He also holds two master's degrees in business administration: one from Maastricht School of Management and another from CENTRUM Graduate Business School, both obtained between 2012 and 2014. Additionally, Tovar completed a Digital Transformation Program at ISDI in 2020 and a certification in clinical research from the National Institutes of Health in 2011.
Experience in Clinical Research and Healthcare
Shandher Tovar has a strong background in clinical research and healthcare. He worked as a Senior Clinical Research Associate at Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group for five years, contributing to oncology research. Additionally, he served as a Sub Investigator at Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Neoplasicas for two years. His earlier roles included being a Medical-Surgeon at Cuerpo General de Bomberos Voluntarios del Perú and completing a medical internship at Hospital Central PNP 'Luis N. Saenz.'
Cross-Functional and Multicultural Team Leadership
Over the past decade, Shandher Tovar has led cross-functional and multicultural teams, particularly in the field of oncology. His leadership extends across various countries and roles, including his involvement with the AO Foundation and AOSpine Latin America. His capacity to manage and collaborate with diverse teams has been critical in driving forward clinical research and healthcare initiatives.