I am Concha Luque Forastero, a healthcare professional with a strong background in Pharmacy, Optics and Optometry, and a passion for evidence-based product development. I combine scientific rigor with a collaborative, business-minded approach to medical affairs and product innovation in multinational consumer healthcare settings. Currently, I lead European strategy for Vicks Cough & Cold at Procter & Gamble, overseeing medical governance, insights translation, and cross-market training and materials. I excel at turning data and literature into actionable positioning, and I enjoy working in international teams to deliver robust solutions that support both patient outcomes and business growth.

Concha Luque Forastero

I am Concha Luque Forastero, a healthcare professional with a strong background in Pharmacy, Optics and Optometry, and a passion for evidence-based product development. I combine scientific rigor with a collaborative, business-minded approach to medical affairs and product innovation in multinational consumer healthcare settings. Currently, I lead European strategy for Vicks Cough & Cold at Procter & Gamble, overseeing medical governance, insights translation, and cross-market training and materials. I excel at turning data and literature into actionable positioning, and I enjoy working in international teams to deliver robust solutions that support both patient outcomes and business growth.

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I am Concha Luque Forastero, a healthcare professional with a strong background in Pharmacy, Optics and Optometry, and a passion for evidence-based product development. I combine scientific rigor with a collaborative, business-minded approach to medical affairs and product innovation in multinational consumer healthcare settings.

Currently, I lead European strategy for Vicks Cough & Cold at Procter & Gamble, overseeing medical governance, insights translation, and cross-market training and materials. I excel at turning data and literature into actionable positioning, and I enjoy working in international teams to deliver robust solutions that support both patient outcomes and business growth.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Regional Medical Manager & Product Researcher (R&D) at Procter & Gamble
January 1, 2025 - Present
Leader of European strategy for 8 products of the Vicks Cough & Cold portfolio (OTC, medical devices and food supplements) with focus on GE, ES, PT, FR, IT, UK. European SPoC for medical governance to oversee interaction monitoring and mitigate compliance risks through proactive risk assessment, CAPA design and execution. Conduct scientific research and competitive C&C market analysis, and perform qualitative and quantitative consumer testing to define product superiority and generate claims and materials. Translate insights into actionable positioning and guide future innovations. Develop medical/technical documentation and training assets for European markets and General Consumer Relations; manage medical inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Manage product lifecycle including clinical dossier, (DCP and MRP), SmPC and PIL updates; respond to questions/deficiency letters from health authorities. Analyze scientific literature; maintain curiosity and attention to detail; wo
Pharmacist in Medical & Technical Affairs at Procter & Gamble (Frankfurt, Germany)
May 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Lead for evidence-based strategy for Neurobion through rigorous literature review to enhance product scientific narrative and increase medical awareness of peripheral neuropathy. Develop toolkits for HCPs and patients, translating complex medical topics into clear, audience-appropriate messages. Deliver medical assessments on therapeutic trends to support the Nerve Care franchise and align team strategy. Contribute to submission and support to present scientific poster about the prevalence and disease burdens of peripheral neuropathy. Monitor interactions with HCPs across Europe and LATAM to ensure compliance; implement CAPAs and update training materials to ensure adherence to standards. Evaluate stability data of newly manufactured products to validate product integrity and regulatory compliance prior to market release.
Pharmacist and Optometrist at Community Pharmacy / Hospital (Sevilla, Spain)
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024
Clinical review of diagnoses and pharmacotherapeutic plans to confirm accuracy of prescribed dose, and preparation of individualized magistral formulations (capsules, tablets, creams, ointments, syrups). Patient counseling and advice on taking medication to ensure dosing awareness and potential interactions. Development of Personalised Drug Dosing Systems (SPD) to promote treatment adherence. Performance of optometric tests to diagnose and prescribe optical compensation and advice on options (contact lenses, glasses), followed by order and assembling. Management of orders and stock for traceability of expiration dates and database updates.

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Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Consumer Goods