CORONA, CA, November 24, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Elsa Gomez, MS, Director of Quality Assurance for Research and Development for Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in pharmaceutical quality assurance.

With unparalleled expertise in the pharmaceutical industry, Elsa Gomez, MS lends more than 35 years of professional experience to Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Now celebrating her eighth year as the director of quality assurance for research and development, Ms. Gomez recalls beginning her career as an auditor for companies that provided pharmaceutical products for the United States Department of Defense. Having seen activity in all aspects of pharmaceutical manufacturing and associated quality control systems, she gained the necessary experience to fulfill her present-day role. Since joining Watson Pharmaceuticals, Ms. Gomez has played a pivotal part in the growth of company, expanding the number of employees from 80 to more than 1,200.

Specialized in compliance and regulations for the development of pharmaceutical products, Ms. Gomez expertly oversees research and development activities while ensuring the use of proper manufacturing practices according to regulatory agency guidelines. In addition to assisting managers and employees in the research, development and quality assurance departments, Ms. Gomez prepares for regulatory agency inspections, as needed. She asserts that doing her job effectively requires that she listen to the point of view of others in an objective and open manner. In fact, her managerial prowess is one of the many keys to her success. Says Ms. Gomez, "I don't micromanage. I give them the assignment and leave myself open to their questions."

In recognition of professional excellence, Ms. Gomez was named "Professional of the Year" by Cambridge Who's Who for the 2009/2010 year. Most recently she was selected for inclusion in Cambridge Publishing's "Top 101 Industry Experts" book. The Top Industry Experts reveal the objectives and triumphs prominent Cambridge members have achieved to gain success. Selected from more than 250,000 executives, professionals and entrepreneurs, these exemplary leaders stay at the top of their fields by possessing unique experience and wisdom, all the while exhibiting innovation in their work.

Ms. Gomez holds a master of science in chemistry and a bachelor of science in chemistry from the University of Puerto Rico, earned in 1972 and 1967 respectively. She is professionally affiliated with the American Society for Quality and the American Chemical Society. In an effort to stay current with the trends in her profession, she reads "Pharmaceutical Technology," "Chemical & Engineering News" and "Quality Digest."

Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. produces generic pharmaceutical and specializes in pain relief medications and oral contraceptives. For additional information, please visit http://www.watson.com.

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