Novartis Dr Ann Aerts, head of the Novartis Foundation, discusses the role the Novartis Foundation plays within low and middle- income countries across the world and how integrating digital health solutions can strengthen health systems and contribute to global health. We at the Novartis Foundation can leverage the expertise of…
Singapore LEO Pharma’s senior area director for South Asia, Ricky Teo, explains the company’s strategy for obtaining growth within such a heterogeneous region and showcases how the organization’s commitment to healthier skin goes beyond commercial prospects and into fundamentally understanding patient mindsets. How would you describe the essence of LEO Pharma’s…
Philippines In an exclusive interview, Kamal Abichandani, Deepu Bhatia, Hersh Abichandani, Richard Mayani, the Chairman, Director, General Manager, and Information Systems Manager of Ambica tell their story and reveal their key to success: quality partnerships. As a former engineer without previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry, what were some of the ambitions that…
Slovakia Genas’ Michaela Palagyi shares the association’s pride in being an affiliate member of Medicines for Europe and how this allows them to liaise more closely with their European counterparts. She also reveals the share of generics in today’s Slovak pharma market: around 60 per cent of volume and slightly less…
Switzerland Lukas Engelberger discusses the challenges and benefits of the healthcare system in Switzerland and the Canton of Basel-Stadt, new milestones in dentistry and the organizational structure between the hospitals and the canton, as well as the federal and cantonal jurisdiction. You are now two years into your four-year mandate as…
This chart shows the scientific impact of research by country, as compiled by the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research & Innovation. Switzerland lies in third place globally, behind only USA and the Netherlands. This graph shows the Swiss innovation system ranked in comparison with the countries of the…
Philippines Francisco Sales provides the inspiring story behind the family owned Filipino distributor, which has grown exponentially since its humble beginnings of a single product and ten employees. Vizcarra has diversified its product lines, entering new segments and maintaining the entrepreneurial spirit that empowers employees to aim higher and reach further.…
Ireland Tony O’Brien, Director General of the Irish Health Service Executive (HSE), highlights the reforms instituted in the past few years, key challenges faced, his thoughts on the sustainability of the Irish healthcare system, and his commitment to making it fit for the needs of its patients. The Health Service Executive…
Siemens VP Mesoamerica at Siemens Healthineers, Alejandro Paolini, explains the crucial role of prevention capabilities in increasing patients’ probability of recovery and lowering treatment costs in Mexico. Further, he explains how the new name “Healthineers” truly reflects the company’s engineering and healthcare expertise, enabling healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes. When…
Singapore The executive director of the Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce explains the evolution of the business relationship between Singapore and Germany, cultural similarities and challenges, and showcases the chamber as a platform to further enhance bilateral economic relations between the two nations. Could you please introduce to our international…
Switzerland Carolin Hillebrand, country manager of Neurim Pharmaceuticals Switzerland, a neuroscience specialty company, discusses the launch of their lead product Circadin, the only IP-protected product providing a prolonged release formulation of melatonin for insomnia. Neurim Pharmaceuticals is an Israeli company focused on CNS, with a second office in Switzerland. Could you…
Singapore Renaud Jonquieres, Vice President Asia-Pacific of bioMérieux Industry, enthusiastically conveys the company’s scope and significance in the Asia-Pacific region, the competitive landscape, as well as the key strategic objective to foster long-term growth. To begin, please provide a brief overview of bioMérieux’s history, including the scope that it encompasses and…
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