In Memoriam: Dr. Jorge Estrella Escobosa

Dr. Estrella, who joined ESTERN Medical in 2002 as a cofounder, made a significant impact with his background from Servicios Medicos of Mexico, a renowned clinical gerontology and geriatric clinic specializing in cellular enzymatic therapy, antibodies, and protein therapeutics.

With an impressive career spanning over six decades, Dr. Estrella excelled as a clinician, academic professor, and researcher, establishing himself as a pivotal figure in ESTERN Medical CRO Life Sciences. His wealth of knowledge encompasses pharmaceutics and international clinical trials & business development, particularly in the European & Latin American R&D markets.

Dr. Estrella’s notable achievements include introducing the first wave of early international geriatrics and gerontology treatments to the US, and Latin America from Europe. Before his association with ESTERN Medical, he played a vital role as Chief Medical Officer in a prominent European pharmaceutical distribution company in Mexico. Even today, he remains actively engaged as a cofounder, collaborating with emerging pharmaceutical companies as a Key Opinion Leader (KoL).

Dr. Estrella earned his Medical Degree from the prestigious Universidad Autónoma de México. He further honed his expertise by completing his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine, Gerontology, and Geriatrics at the Institutul National Gerentologie in Bucharest, Romania, under the mentorship of the internationally renowned Professor, Dr. Ana Aslan, M.D.

The legacy of Dr. Estrella, his profound influence in the realms of clinical gerontology, business development, and pharmaceuticals, continues to inspire and shape the landscape of the life sciences and clinical trials CRO industry. His commitment to innovation and progress will be forever remembered.