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Dr. Cheryl Hergert

Dr. Cheryl Hergert

Champion of Patient-Centric Innovation and Data Privacy

Location icon Sonoma, CA, USA

About

I bring over 25 years of experience in clinical research, regulatory science, and quality management, with a focus on advancing patient advocacy, data privacy, and global health equity. My career journey, from raising a family to becoming a leader in the healthcare industry, reflects a commitment to education, resilience, and making meaningful contributions. With expertise spanning medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and combination products, I am passionate about fostering innovation while ensuring patient trust and safety. Beyond work, I empower others through diversity initiatives and cherish time with my growing family.

Job Categories

Consulting
Healthcare Services
Program and Project Management
Quality Assurance
Research

Industries

Healthcare Technology
Pharmaceuticals
Medical Devices

Top Skills

Clinical Research
Data Privacy
Regulatory Compliance
Quality Management
Leadership and Global Program Execution
Patient Advocacy
Stakeholder Engagement
Multi-regional Clinical Trial Coordination

Special Interests

Patient Data Privacy
Global Health Equity
Medical Innovation
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What I Offer

I support healthcare organizations in advancing innovative, patient-focused solutions while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and quality.

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Patient Data Privacy Strategies

Comprehensive approaches to ensure regulatory compliance and patient trust.

Regulatory Navigation

Expertise in managing approvals for medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and combination products.

Global Health Equity Programs

Proven leadership in implementing initiatives that improve access and awareness.

Ask Me About

Patient Data Privacy
GDPR and Global Regulatory Compliance
Multiregional Clinical Trials
Quality Management Systems
Health Equity Advocacy
Product Development for Medical Devices
FDA and EU Regulatory Approvals
Clinical Data Management
Stakeholder Engagement

Regulatory Strategy Consulting

Description
For healthcare organizations navigating complex approvals.
Outcomes
Timely market access and regulatory compliance.

Clinical Data Privacy Training

Description
For teams handling sensitive patient data.
Outcomes
Improved compliance and trust-building practices.

DEI Program Development

Description
For companies seeking to enhance workplace inclusion.
Outcomes
Meaningful cultural shifts and diverse leadership pipelines.

Multiregional Clinical Trial Management

Description
For organizations conducting global trials.
Outcomes
Seamless operations and regulatory alignment.
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Wisdom at Work

Notable Roles

Director, Clinical Data Privacy, Protection, & Transparency – Exelixis

Ensuring GDPR compliance for clinical trials and safeguarding patient data integrity across global operations.

Principal Clinical Quality Specialist – Medtronic

Oversaw quality and compliance for the diabetes clinical program, championing patient safety and innovation.

Director, Clinical Data Management – Paracor Medical Inc.

Managed multi-regional, multi-phase cardiovascular clinical studies, driving operational excellence and patient-centric research.

Areas of Expertise

Data Privacy and Compliance

Driving strategies to ensure patient data protection while navigating complex global regulatory landscapes, including GDPR compliance and clinical trial transparency.

Healthcare Innovation

Managing product development and regulatory approval processes for cutting-edge medical devices and pharmaceuticals, ensuring timely and ethical market access.

Diversity and Health Equity

Leading global initiatives to advance gender equality and access to healthcare resources, improving outcomes for underserved communities.

Key Achievements

Leadership in Health Equity

Spearheaded initiatives like World Health Day and food access programs, impacting communities and institutionalizing lasting change.

Global Program Management

Executed International Women’s Day events across continents, promoting gender equality and inspiring employees worldwide.

Regulatory and Clinical Excellence

Navigated FDA approvals and European Union negotiations for complex healthcare products, from feasibility to launch.

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Wisdom begins with a base of intelligence and adds knowing, intuition, experiences.

Summary of Skills

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