About
Who We Are
Those Who Make MDM Wound Ventures Possible
George Atallah
Chairman of the Board
With 25+ years of industry experience in International Commerce, Import/Export, and real estate development, he is an avid investor and Chairman of MDM Wound Ventures. He drives strategic growth and brings expertise to the board.
Jamie Hong
Chief Executive Officer
With 25+ years of diverse industry experience, including executive positions at Novartis and Merck, he excels in operational excellence, change management, and business development. His expertise benefits top FORTUNE100 companies.
Dr. Francis Derk
DPM, DABPM, CAPT,USN Chief Medical Officer
As a retired Chief of Podiatric Medicine with extensive military command experience, he is an expert in advanced wound care and diabetic limb salvage. As co-founder of MDM Wound Ventures, he brings invaluable knowledge to the company.
Dr. Ferhat Ozturk
Chief Scientific Officer
Dr. Ferhat Ozturk is a biomedical scientist, Project Director of the HONEY Pathway, Co-PI at UTSA, and Associate Professor of Biology at Sul Ross State University International. An expert in medicinal honey, he leads a $2.9M USDA initiative advancing honey research. He brings deep scientific rigor, translational research expertise, and innovation focused on evidence-based wound care solutions.
Colonel (Dr.) Ronald J. Khoury
Chief Operating Officer
Colonel (Dr.) Ronald J. Khoury is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel with over 20 years of military medical experience. He served as Chief of Hospital and Clinical Services for the 673rd Medical Group, overseeing care for 122,000 beneficiaries and leading 520 providers. He brings deep clinical insight, research-driven thinking, and operational leadership to support innovation and evidence-based wound care solutions.
Khaled Saffouri
Chief Revenue Officer
As a sales leader with a passion for high-growth and cutting-edge technologies. He builds and leads successful sales teams, leveraging his expertise to drive results. With a BA in Economics, he brings a strong foundation to his role.
Saliba Atallah
Chief of Staff
With a background in Agriculture, Tech, and Real Estate, he specializes in process modeling, six sigma, and project planning. As Chief of Staff at MDM Wound Ventures, he drives efficiency and fosters collaboration.
Samir Stipho
Regional Sales Director
With more than 17 years of expertise in the healthcare market, specifically within the Middle East and Africa, he excels as a specialist in marketing to this distinct demographic. He has successfully introduced innovative clinical technology products and solutions to numerous healthcare providers in the region. His proficiency lies in adeptly navigating intricate regulatory landscapes and customizing solutions to address the distinctive requirements of the regions he serves.
Kory Westerburg
Marketing Director
Dedicated professional with a strong background in IT, Web Development, and Marketing. Passionate about leveraging innovative solutions to enhance business performance and deliver exceptional client experiences. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, with a focus on building meaningful connections within the industry
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