Rick Papandrea

Questioner
DISC Type : c

Treasurer at Global Elbow Network

Pewaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Overview

Rick Papandrea is an accomplished Orthopaedic Surgeon with Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin, specializing in the hand, elbow, and shoulder. With training from Harvard and the Mayo Clinic, he has deep expertise in arthroplasty, medical devices, and holds a certification in AI for business strategy. People who have worked with him describe him as a great doctor who genuinely cares for his patients.

Outside of his surgical practice, Rick is the owner of Krav Maga Milwaukee Self Defense. This passion for martial arts and teaching practical self-protection provides a unique contrast to his medical profession, showcasing a commitment to discipline and empowerment in a different capacity.

Unique fact: He is a highly skilled surgeon who also owns and operates a self-defense school.

Personality Overview

Not Easily Convinced

Cautious & Analytical

Value Seeker

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms.  While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Topics They Care About

Elbow Surgery
Serves as the Treasurer and a board member for the Global Elbow Network (GEN) and is actively involved in promoting its inaugural meetings and growth.
Surgical Technology
He has extensive experience with innovative tools like GPS Shoulder navigation and emphasizes the value of advanced technology in improving patient outcomes during surgery.
AI in Healthcare
Holds a certification in AI for business strategy and has publicly highlighted the importance of large datasets and AI/ML for advancing shoulder arthroplasty.

Media Appearances

Rick has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2024
Treasurer at Global Elbow Network
3-1999
Orthopaedic Surgeon at Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin
3-2000
Partner at Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin
4-2011 - 9-2014
Owner at Krav Maga Milwaukee Self Defense

Education

1998 - 1999
Adult Reconstruction Fellowship from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
8-1997 - 7-1998
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery from Harvard Medical School Professional, Corporate, and Continuing Education

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Exp : 16 Location : Pewaukee, Wisconsin, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Treasurer at Global Elbow Network
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Insights For Selling To Rick

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Emphasize on objective proof of ROI, help them do a thorough evaluation
  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing
  • Back up any claims with data and numbers

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘do not worry about’, ‘no one compares to’ etc.
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rick is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rick

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rick move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Rick take some risk or not?

  • They can take some risk if they are confident that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Rick

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