Breaking Into Medical Sales: Gina Torres's Journey from Nurse to Industry Expert

In this inspiring episode, Gina Torres, a seasoned peripheral vascular representative, shares her incredible transition from a peripheral vascular nurse to a top medical device sales expert at Shockwave. Discover how she leveraged her clinical background to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes, particularly in preventing amputations for those with peripheral arterial disease.

Gina dives deep into the transformative power of intravascular lithotripsy technology and the critical role medical sales professionals play in advancing treatment solutions. She also sheds light on the evolving responsibilities of clinical specialists, balancing in-depth product knowledge with the art of sales.

If you're considering a career in medical sales, Gina offers invaluable advice on how individuals from non-clinical backgrounds, such as marketing professionals, can successfully break into the industry. She also opens up about the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life, sharing practical strategies for success.

From launching Nurse Elevator to help nurses and techs transition into medical sales to her go-to book recommendation, Influence by Robert Cialdini, Gina's insights are packed with actionable takeaways. And, of course, we wrap up with a fun lightning round, including her must-try meal at Pecan Lodge in Dallas.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, an aspiring medical sales rep, or simply curious about this dynamic field, this episode is packed with motivation, industry knowledge, and career-changing insights!

Meet Gina:

Gina is a former ICU and Interventional Radiology nurse who successfully transitioned into the medical device industry, where she is now an executive sales representative and a recognized expert in peripheral vascular interventions. Despite having no formal sales training, her deep clinical expertise and firsthand understanding of patient care have propelled her to excel in the field.

She began her industry journey as a Clinical Support Specialist, where she quickly mastered the sales process with the guidance of exceptional mentors. Her ability to bridge the gap between clinical knowledge and sales strategy led her to secure a sales role, where she has since earned back-to-back President's Club awards.

Passionate about helping other healthcare professionals leverage their skills beyond the bedside, Gina founded **Nurse Elevator**—a platform dedicated to guiding nurses, techs, and other clinicians into medical device sales and related non-hospital careers. She firmly believes clinicians bring unmatched value to the industry due to their deep understanding of patients and treatment algorithms. Through Nurse Elevator, Gina is on a mission to create a supportive and educational community that empowers healthcare professionals to confidently explore new opportunities.

Connect with Gina: LinkedIn

Connect with me: LinkedIn

Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here's How »

Want to connect with past guests and access exclusive Q&As? Join our EYS Skool Community today!

The views and opinions Gina expressed are her own and not a reflection of Shockwave Medical or Johnson and Johnson MedTech.