Marissa Fontanez

Empowering Healthcare Innovation through Strategic Learning Design

Welcome, I’m Dr. Marissa Fontanez.

Learning and Development Consultant

With over a decade of clinical expertise and doctoral-level healthcare knowledge, I partner with healthcare organizations to transform their expertise into scalable, revenue-generating learning brands. As a Learning and Development Consultant specializing in healthcare education, I bring the rare combination of advanced clinical understanding and strategic instructional design to create solutions that drive real business outcomes.

I don't just design learning solutions—I execute them. From initial strategy through final delivery, I manage projects end-to-end while providing transparent progress updates and identifying critical performance gaps. My approach combines rigorous medical accuracy with engaging, evidence-based learning methodologies that have delivered measurable results including 80% increases in clinical competence and 40% improvements in learner engagement.

While I bring deep expertise in women's health and femtech—having partnered with innovative startups like Midi Health, Perry, and BobiHealth—I serve healthcare organizations across all specialties. Whether you're developing interstitial lung disease curricula for pulmonologists, pregnancy monitoring solutions for underserved communities, or educational programs for medical device companies, my approach scales to meet your unique needs.

Every project reflects my unwavering commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and authenticity. I specialize in trauma-informed, culturally responsive content that meets diverse learning needs while maintaining rigorous regulatory compliance and educational excellence.

Ready to Scale Your Impact?

Whether you're a healthcare startup looking to monetize your clinical expertise or an established organization ready to revolutionize your educational strategy, I create strategic learning solutions that connect your knowledge to the right audience and build lasting brand authority.

Partner with me to transform your healthcare expertise into a profitable learning brand that drives performance, generates revenue, and makes a lasting impact.

Services

My diverse offerings include:

  • Instructional Design

  • Strategic Learning Assessment

  • Skill Gap Analysis

  • Project Management

  • Curriculum Design and Development

  • CME/CEU Accreditation

  • e-Learning Development

  • Instructor-led Training

  • Clinical Protocol Development

  • Learning Technology Evaluation and Selection

  • Infographics and Job Aids

  • Medical Subject Matter Expert

  • Medical Technical Writing and Medical Blog Writing

  • Medical Reviewing (e.g. Medical Content Blogs/Articles)

  • Healthcare Digital Content Creation (e.g. Instagram, YouTube)

If you want to learn more about how these services can benefit your business, contact me or schedule a meeting via the link below!

    • Contact Atabey X Designs and fill out intake form.

    • Schedule discovery call with stakeholders to determine business requirements.

    • Develop scope agreement/contract to clearly outline tasks and deliverables.

    • Determine best communication methods and project management timeline.

    • Identify and understand learner needs.

    • Task analysis to uncover any obstacles for the learner.

    • Create learning strategy and/or curriculum.

    • Obtain feedback from L&D team, peers, and stakeholders.

    • Evaluate your business’ overall product solution needs.

    • Research, analyze, and recommend most suitable LMS platform for your specific needs.

    • Implement learning experience with a communication campaign so learners understand the "why" and "how" of the learning solution.

    • After rollout, obtain feedback from users and support leaders where needed.

    • Complete performance focused learner evaluations to assess motivation and performance outcomes.

Design Process

Let’s work together to create an effective learning solution that measurably improves your business metrics!

Clients

Testimonials

  • "Marissa’s ability to take vision and translate it into impactful educational strategies is unmatched. She brings both strategic thinking and empathy to her work, making her an exceptional leader and a trusted collaborator. Her leadership style is inspiring, and her commitment to excellence shines through in every interaction."

    Dave Esra, CEO at BobiHealth

  • "Marissa's dedication, leadership, and meticulous attention to detail have been critical to the success of this initiative (Perimenopause CME Certificate), and I wholeheartedly recommend her to any organization or project seeking a top-tier medical educator and curriculum developer."

    Laura Okafor Crain, CEO at perry

  • "Beyond her technical and creative expertise, she is a highly organized and communicative professional, consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations at every turn."

    Dana Ball, Strategic Advisor at B4 Symptoms

  • "Marissa provided valuable input. She was a team player who was well liked. She could be counted on to complete tasks prior to deadline. I unequivocally endorse her for any position she applies for."

    Dr. Tom Mazur, AAMC Ad Hoc Committee

  • "Marissa designed a comprehensive and immersive learning experience, integrating theory with practical application in a well-structured and cohesive manner. Her course was instrumental in preparing me for my role as a Nurse Practitioner."

    Madeline McMorrow, University at Buffalo Alumni

  • "Marissa made complex concepts easy to understand for diverse audiences. Her communication skills are exceptional, allowing her to collaborate seamlessly with teams and leadership."

    Savannah Madamba, Clinical Application Epic Analyst

  • "Marissa is caring and empathetic, and an advocate for her clients. She is dependable and an asset to any team."

    Jessica Stott, Occupational Therapist