Christa Lafontaine
About Christa Lafontaine
Christa Lafontaine is the Director of Clinical and Sales Training at Silk Road Medical, Inc., with extensive experience in cardiovascular technology and clinical education.
Current Role at Silk Road Medical, Inc.
Christa Lafontaine is currently the Director of Clinical and Sales Training at Silk Road Medical, Inc. She is based in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and plays a critical role in developing and overseeing educational programs for clinical and sales teams. Her focus includes the training protocols to ensure that cutting-edge medical technologies are seamlessly integrated into patient care practices, benefiting both healthcare providers and patients alike.
Previous Roles at Silk Road Medical, Inc.
Before her current role, Christa Lafontaine worked in various capacities at Silk Road Medical, Inc. She served as the Senior Manager of Clinical Education and Training, where she was instrumental in designing and implementing training modules. Prior to that, she was the Manager of Sales and Field Training for nine months in Nashville, Tennessee. Additionally, she held the position of Senior Clinical Field Manager for three years, where she focused on clinical field operations and protocol adherence.
Experience at Medtronic
Christa Lafontaine worked as a Therapy Development Specialist at Medtronic from 2018 to 2019. During her year-long tenure in the Greater Nashville Area, Tennessee, she concentrated on therapy development and implementation, which involved working closely with healthcare professionals to integrate new medical therapies into clinical practice.
Education and Early Career
Christa Lafontaine has a foundational educational background in cardiovascular and exercise physiology. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Lander University, followed by a certificate in Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist from Grossmont College. She began her career as a Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS) at Scripps Health and later at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she also served as a Research Coordinator.
Expertise in Endovascular Procedures
Christa Lafontaine has a combined six years of experience in the EVAR (Endovascular Aneurysm Repair), TCAR (Transcarotid Artery Revascularization), and TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) as a Clinical Specialist and Therapy Development Specialist. Additionally, she boasts eight years of clinical experience as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), focusing on cardiac, vascular, and endovascular procedures. Her extensive expertise makes her a valuable asset in advancing medical technologies in clinical settings.