MSL Candidate for T1D Immunology at Sanofi

WARREN J. KORTZ, MD

Denver CO 720-***-**** *********@*****.***

SUMMARY

Physician leader with more than 30 years of experience spanning clinical practice, clinical development, and medical affairs. Brings deep expertise in complex disease biology, early-phase clinical research, and physician education, with a career grounded in peer-to-peer scientific dialogue and evidence-based medicine. Recognized for translating complex clinical data into practical insights, supporting investigators and healthcare professionals, and collaborating across medical, research, and development teams. Trusted medical partner with experience spanning transplantation, immunology, oncology, gastrointestinal disease, and other general surgical areas.

SKILLS

Scientific Exchange & Peer-to-Peer Medical Communication

KOL & Investigator Engagement

Early-Phase Clinical Trial Support (Phase 1/2)

Disease Biology & Mechanism of Action

Evidence Interpretation & Data Communication

Cross-Functional Medical Collaboration

Physician & HCP Education

Field Medical Strategy & Insights

Leadership, Mentorship & Clinical Judgment

EXPERIENCE

Medical Director, Clinical Development 05/2022 to 03/2024

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Boston, MA

Served as medical and surgical lead for early-phase clinical programs, supporting investigators through peer-level scientific exchange and real-time clinical guidance.

Provided hands-on medical support for first-in-human and early clinical studies, ensuring patient safety, protocol adherence, and high-quality data collection.

Developed and delivered physician training programs that translated complex disease biology and therapeutic concepts into practical clinical application.

Engaged directly with study physicians and surgeons through on-site and longitudinal interactions, addressing clinical questions and reinforcing study objectives.

Collaborated closely with clinical development, research, and regulatory colleagues to align field insights with overall medical and development strategy.

Science Instructor - Anatomy & Physiology 01/2015 to 01/2022

Valor Christian High School Highlands Ranch, CO

Taught advanced human anatomy and physiology, emphasizing disease mechanisms, clinical relevance, and the application of scientific reasoning.

Designed rigorous curricula and experiential learning programs grounded in human biology and pathophysiology.

Led healthcare-focused educational initiatives that fostered scientific literacy, critical thinking, and interest in medical careers.

Applied clear, audience-tailored scientific communication to support effective knowledge transfer across varied learning styles.

Bridged foundational biomedical science with real-world clinical application, reinforcing evidence-based thinking and long-term knowledge retention.

Senior Physician & Medical Director - Transplant & General Surgery 01/1987 to 01/2014

Denver, CO

Provided clinical leadership in complex surgical and medical care for more than 25 years, developing deep disease-state expertise across immunologic and systemic conditions.

Served as Medical Director for kidney and multi-organ transplant programs, overseeing clinical quality, outcomes, and multidisciplinary coordination.

Led high-acuity clinical teams, aligning physicians and allied health professionals around evidence-based care and shared clinical objectives.

Presented and discussed clinical outcomes and research findings with physician audiences, supporting informed, data-driven decision-making.

Built long-standing professional relationships through credibility, consistency, and peer-level scientific engagement.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Medicine

University of Colorado School of Medicine

Bachelor of Arts

Dartmouth College

WEBSITES

https://www.linkedin.com/in/warren-j-kortz-md-441a1437/

CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Fellow, American College of Surgeons

Colorado Medical Society

RESEARCH AND SCIENTIFIC CONTRIBUTIONS

Selected peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations in surgery, transplantation, metabolism, and immunology.

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