Julie Lopez, Rd, Ldn
About Julie Lopez, Rd, Ldn
Julie Lopez is a Renal Sales Specialist at OPKO Health, recognized for transforming her territory into a top-performing region during her first full year. She has a background in nutritional sciences and extensive experience in renal healthcare sales and dietetics.
Work at OPKO Health
Julie Lopez serves as a Renal Sales Specialist at OPKO Health, Inc. since 2021. In her role, she focuses on promoting Rayaldee for the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) and vitamin D deficiency in chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 3 and 4 patients. She has successfully transformed her territory into a top-performing area, achieving recognition as a Summit Club winner in 2022 and being named Rep of the Quarter for Q4. Her efforts have contributed to OPKO Health's objectives in the renal specialty market.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Sales
Before joining OPKO Health, Julie Lopez worked as an Account Executive at Pentec Health from 2014 to 2021. During her seven years in this role, she operated in the Mid-Atlantic Region, covering Washington DC, Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. She also held a position as a Clinical Sales Consultant at Ardelyx, Inc. for five months in 2021. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Renal Dietitian at DaVita from 2013 to 2015, gaining valuable experience in renal care.
Education and Expertise
Julie Lopez earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Nutritional Sciences from Penn State University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in nutrition, which is essential for her work in renal sales and patient care. This expertise is particularly relevant in her promotion of therapies for patients with chronic kidney disease.
Achievements in Sales Performance
In her first full year with OPKO Health, Julie Lopez finished 4th in the nation for sales performance in the second half of 2022, achieving a top 10 volume territory. Her ability to utilize full office calls to encourage script pull-through by partnering with specialty pharmacy and HUB services has been instrumental in her success. Her transformation of a poorly performing territory into a top-performing one highlights her effectiveness in sales and territory management.