Veera Teja
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic and innovative healthcare technology leader with 15+ years of experience driving surgical robotics adoption, global program delivery, large-scale commercial expansion, and operational excellence across APAC, EMEA, and LATAM. Recognized for launching high-impact robotics platforms including Intuitive & Hugo RAS Program, leading multi-disciplinary teams, optimizing clinical workflows, and building scalable commercial and utilization programs. Expert in commercial strategy, clinical program design, robotics utilization, market expansion, financial governance, digital enablement, and stakeholder influence at C-suite and hospital leadership levels.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Leader- Surgical Robotics, APAC & EMEA
Medtronic
03.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded regional launch and adoption of Hugo Ras platform, ensuring successful installations and surgeon onboarding across multiple countries.
- Designed and executed commercial strategies to improve tender win rates and accelerate market penetration.
- Built cross-functional teams in APAC and EMEA, enabling scalable expansion models and operational readiness.
- Created digital tools and data-driven pathways to standardize program management and enhance robotic system utilization.
- Drove clinical workflow optimization, reducing adoption friction and boosting productivity.
- Managed multimillion-dollar program budgets while optimizing resource allocation for maximum ROI.
- Established culture of innovation and continuous improvement, facilitating faster market responses and stronger competitive positioning.
Manager, Clinical & Business Process
Intuitive Surgical
01.2016 - 03.2020
- Directed the launch of various major robotics projects, all delivered ahead of schedule and developed successful utilization programs.
- Built strong customer relationships, contributing to a 25% increase in repeat business.
- Enabled 18% annual sales growth by implementing innovative marketing and clinical engagement strategies.
- Strengthened funnel generation through structured prospect engagement and install‑base optimization.
Business Manager
Carl Zeiss India
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Aligned product portfolio with evolving clinical and commercial needs through collaboration with global R&D & product teams.
- Guided sales teams through complex negotiations, improving win likelihood and revenue realization.
- Expanded business footprint in untapped regions through structured channel development strategies.
Business Development Manager
Bausch + Lomb
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Established strong channel management networks across India, ensuring uninterrupted supply chain and service delivery.
- Supported nationwide medical conferences, CME programs, and product promotions to upscale brand reach.
Education
Ph.D - Business Management
Indian Institute of Management
02-2028
MBA - Business Analytics & Project Management
Rabindranath Tagore University
Masters - Pharmaceutical Sciences & QA
JNTU Hyderabad
Bachelors - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Dr. MGR Medical University
Skills
- Global program leadership
- Commercial and market strategy
- Surgical robotics operations
- Clinical workflow optimization
- Building cross-functional teams
- Digital health insights
- Cross-regional team leadership
- Process optimization and improvement
Certification
- Surgical Robotics Business Process Optimization (Kaizen) certification
- Quality Compliance & Research Analysis, Intuitive Surgical Switzerland, 2022
- CAST Certification (Robotics & Surgical Innovation), Intuitive Surgical Switzerland, 2017
- Diploma in Project Management & Leadership
Timeline
Program Leader- Surgical Robotics, APAC & EMEA
Medtronic
03.2020 - Current
Manager, Clinical & Business Process
Intuitive Surgical
01.2016 - 03.2020
Business Manager
Carl Zeiss India
01.2015 - 01.2016
Business Development Manager
Bausch + Lomb
01.2011 - 01.2014
Ph.D - Business Management
Indian Institute of Management
MBA - Business Analytics & Project Management
Rabindranath Tagore University
Masters - Pharmaceutical Sciences & QA
JNTU Hyderabad
Bachelors - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Dr. MGR Medical University