Tagged with Mexico

Mexico Cristobal Thompson is the Executive Director at AMIIF (Asociacion Mexicana de Industrias de Investigacion Farmaceutica). The AMIIF represents more than 60 global companies with the aim of contributing to improving health in Mexico through innovative medicine. Here he discusses the new Alma-Ata Declaration that focuses on primary care and work at…

Mexico David Peña Castillo is the President and founder of The Mexican Federation of Rare Diseases (FEMEXER). Here he discusses what makes a patients association. When we find a way to communicate the complexities of rare diseases simply, we can avoid isolating anyone and the potential to uncover important information is…

Pharma Legal Handbook Important legal info for regulatory, pricing and reimbursement in Mexican pharma. Prepared in association with Olivares, a leading global law firm, this is an extract from The Pharma Legal Handbook: Mexico, available to purchase here for GBP 99.   1. What are the regulatory authorities with jurisdiction over drugs, biologicals,…

Colombia Sandra Ramirez, General Manager of Bristol-Myers Squibb Colombia & Mexico, reveals valuable insights into the long-standing presence of BMS in Colombia, marked by a continuous dedication to increase access to medicine, the gradual development of their immuno-oncology pipeline and the creation of an inclusive culture formed by satisfied employees. Ms.…

Mexico According to a recent World Health Organization study, countries must allocate at least six percent of their GDP to research and development to be considered to have a healthy investment in this area. As Mexico currently only invests 1.8 percent of its GDP into R&D, there is clearly still a…

Mexico An ambassador for Philips’ global vision of spearheading innovation, business leader of Philips Personal Health Mexico, Eduardo Gutierrez, shares his insights on the key growth drivers in the segment, digitalization, connectivity, and his personal motivations in the role. To begin, can you introduce the main facets of your role at…

Mexico Dr. Misael Uribe, chairman and founder at Médica Sur, showcases the reasons for the outstanding performance of the Médica Sur group, which offers high quality and ethical medical practices. Uribe also explains the group’s unique development path.  Dr. Uribe, as this is the first time that we have had the…

Mexico Mexico’s medical device segment displays promising growth indicators, with innovative companies providing integrated and digital solutions now firmly embedded within the healthcare landscape. However, regulatory obstacles as well as a lack of joined-up thinking in the public sector remain in place; potentially restricting the industry from realising its full potential.…

Mexico Hernán Fernández, Managing Partner at Angel Ventures, showcases the crucial role of private investments to enhance the national healthcare system as well as explains his action plan to raise the funds for the first regional venture capital fund in Latin America. Mr. Fernández, what are the points that triggered you…

Mexico As a firm believer that the family should be at the epicenter of the social fabric of a society, Dr. Felipe Camargo, Medical Director and Founder of Ingenes, shares the story behind the Mexican fertility clinic that boasts the highest success rate in Latin America. He provides insights on tackling…

Mexico Marco Cid, Director General of Investigacion Biomedica, shares how he successfully launched an innovative clinical research center (CRC) despite a challenging regulatory environment. He speaks about the inspiration behind his business model, the necessity of building a strong rapport with authoritative entities in the market, as well as fostering a…

Mexico Spearheading the key governmental organization in charge of safeguarding the health of the Mexican capital, Minister of Health of Mexico City, José Armando Ahued Ortega, speaks about manoeuvring through the key challenges plaguing the country’s healthcare system. He shares his insights on the strategic areas focus of his mandate, the…