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Switzerland Marianthi Psaha, President, Head of EMEA for Santen, discusses the company’s journey towards becoming a specialized leader in ophthalmology—highlighting how digital transformation, innovation in myopia treatment, and strategic partnerships are reshaping its impact on eye health across Europe. Psaha delves into the challenges of building awareness of the area’s importance…

Global Dr Catherine Duggan, CEO of the International Pharmaceutical Federation, lays out how mental health systems must shift from reactive crisis intervention to proactive, patient-centered approaches; why traditional care models need reimagined funding that prioritises community mental health services and incentivises innovation; and the vital role that pharmacists, as accessible healthcare…

China An overview of some of the top stories from China’s pharma industry, including the arrest of AstraZeneca China’s top executive; Pfizer’s USD 1 billion China investment; WuXi AppTec’s continuing revenue decline, and Aditum Bio and Leads Biolabs’ creation of autoimmune disease-focused Oblenio Bio. AstraZeneca’s China chief in custody, believes unrelated…

Switzerland Miro Venturi, Executive Chairman at Stragen, explores the company’s strategic focus on addressing critical healthcare challenges, particularly drug shortages, while emphasizing its commitment to expanding its product portfolio in critical care and women’s health. Venturi highlights Stragen’s international culture, flexibility, and strong partnerships, positioning the company as a significant player…

Mexico Sworn in this month as Mexico’s first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged “continuity with change,” with respect to her predecessor Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s policies. While she has promised to drive forward the healthcare reforms López Obrador introduced – namely universal coverage – she has also set out a…

Switzerland Switzerland is widely praised for its excellent universal healthcare system and strong pharma sector. Seen as a bastion of efficiency and innovation, the country is nonetheless falling behind its European counterparts when it comes to healthcare digitalisation. Recent PharmaBoardroom interviewees weigh in on the country’s digital lag, its electronic patient…

Mexico Organon’s recently-appointed LAMEX Cluster Head Julio Conejero lays out how Organon is committed to improving women’s health and addressing unmet needs through its portfolio. This mission aligns with the rise of female leadership in Latin America and the broader movement towards women’s empowerment. Now based in Mexico – which accounts…

Global The Top 10 medical device manufacturers for 2024 ranked by sales value for the past year. As compiled by Medical Product Outsourcing, Medtronic sits at the top of this year’s list with a full USD 32.36 billion in sales, driven primarily by organic rather than acquisition-based growth. J&J Medtech is…

Switzerland The Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) is the body responsible for safeguarding public health in Switzerland, developing national health policies, and overseeing the Swiss healthcare system. In an exclusive conversation, FOPH Director Anne Lévy discusses the key challenges facing the Swiss healthcare system today and highlights potential solutions as…

Switzerland Hans Peter Borger of Spirig HealthCare discusses the company’s integration with the STADA Group and its focus on generics, consumer healthcare, and specialty markets, including Parkinson’s and rare diseases. He emphasises the importance of a growth mindset and a value-driven culture in navigating Switzerland’s regulatory landscape.   We are committed…

Global Against the backdrop of a global push to make healthcare more accessible and affordable, ISPOR CEO and executive director Rob Abbott introduces the organisation’s 2030 strategy, focused on achieving health system sustainability around the world. The original version of this article was featured in the July/August 2024 edition of ISPOR’s Value…

Switzerland Katharina Gasser of Roche Pharma Switzerland lays out her dedication to fostering innovation, strengthening team dynamics, and influencing the future of Switzerland’s healthcare landscape. Gasser emphasizes the need to combat complacency, advance digitalization, and promote diversity in leadership, noting that “complacency is a real threat—it stifles innovation, diminishes drive, and…