Wade Family Grand Rounds
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- The Office of Research and Innovation
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- Bernardo Perez-Villa, MD, Msc
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What Comes After the White Coat? Building a Career in Healthcare Innovation Without a Map
Dr. Bernardo Perez-Villa is a physician, innovator, and healthcare strategist who operates at the intersection of clinical medicine, medical technology, and business growth. Trained as a cardiologist, he brings a rigorous, evidence-driven approach to solving complex healthcare challenges and transforming unmet clinical needs into scalable solutions. As Vice President of Medical Affairs at Hello Heart, Dr. Perez-Villa helps shape the future of digital cardiovascular care by connecting clinical evidence with commercial strategy, enterprise partnerships, and market growth. His work focuses on demonstrating measurable value for patients, employers, and health plans while advancing innovation that delivers meaningful health outcomes. Dr. Perez-Villa also advises and mentors health technology companies across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America. He holds an MD degree from the National University of Cuyo, completed cardiology training at Hospital del Mar in Barcelona, and earned an MSc from the London School of Economics.Please note, registration closes at noon on Monday, July 27th, 2026.