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.
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.
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.
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
Dr. Ferhat Ozturk
Project Director
Dr. Ferhat Ozturk is the Project Director of the HONEY Pathway, Co-PI at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), and Associate Professor of Biology at Sul Ross State University International in Eagle Pass, TX. He also serves as the Chief Scientific Officer of MDM Wound Ventures. Dr. Ozturk earned his Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Nevada, Reno, with expertise in gene therapy, viral vector development, and biochemistry. Recognized by the American Beekeeping Federation as a medicinal honey expert, Dr. Ozturk combines a strong biomedical background with a passion for exploring honey's therapeutic potential. His research investigates the biological and chemical profiles of mono-floral honeys from around the world, aiming to identify high-bioactivity U.S. honeys that rival or surpass current medical-grade options. Dr. Ozturk leads a $2.9 million USDA-NextGen grant to support the HONEY Pathway, a national initiative to advance medicinal honey research while engaging students in hands-on education focused on local honeys. His work has been featured by Newsweek, Fortune, Science, and numerous local news channels and newspapers. Outside of research and teaching, he enjoys spending time in nature, traveling, and participating in social responsibility projects with his wife and two children.
Stephanie Hinojosa
Clinical Specialist
Stephanie G. Hinojosa is a Clinical Specialist at MDM Wound Ventures, where she supports clinicians in adopting EZ Debride, a precision debridement tool. With a focus on education and outcomes, she provides hands-on training and guidance to improve wound care practices, enhance healing, and elevate patient outcomes across various healthcare settings.
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.
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