Vincent Poitout

Vincent Poitout is a prominent figure in the field of endocrinology, currently serving as Directeur at the Research Centre of the University of Montreal Hospital Centre (CRCHUM) since November 2007, where responsibilities include overseeing research on therapy effectiveness and knowledge transfer to enhance public health. Additionally, Vincent Poitout holds positions as Directeur adjoint scientifique for fundamental research at Université de Montréal and as a Professor at both Université de Montréal and McGill University. As the Founder and Chair of the Board of Bêtagenex Inc., a notable preclinical Contract Research Organization specializing in diabetes and obesity research from June 2011 to January 2017, Vincent Poitout has contributed significantly to the field. Vincent Poitout earned a PhD in Endocrinology from Pierre and Marie Curie University and holds a veterinary degree from École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort.