Tagged with Canada

Canada Tarik Henein, president of Generic Medical Partners, explains the company’s commitment to improving the lives of Canadians by connecting global generic development and manufacturing companies with the Canadian market. He further comments on the key points for navigating the complex Canadian pharmaceutical market and how GMP combines a unique flexibility…

Canada Sylvie Bertrand, general manager of BSN medical Canada, an Essity company, highlights the value proposition BSN medical’s products bring to Canadian patients in chronic venous insufficiency, diabetic foot ulcers and lymphedema, and how the company contributes significantly to the sustainability of the Canadian healthcare system by focusing on the continuum…

Canada Jean-Philippe Gentès, President, and CEO of the rapidly growing ready-to-use injectable manufacturer Sterinova, shares his ideas on the ‘Made in Canada’ label, innovation in North America and the pros and cons of pricing pressures in healthcare. Sterinova is a prime example of Made in Canada innovation, although Canadian innovation sometimes…

Canada Oliver Technow, president at BioVectra, highlights the company’s recent developments; amongst those a significant investment in a manufacturing site near Halifax. The resulting increase in manufacturing capacity by 40 percent will add to BioVectra’s position as the largest biotechnology company on Prince Edward Island, a historic location the CDMO is…

Canada Michel Fortin, president and CEO of Prevtec Microbia, a global biotech player founded in Saint-Hyacinthe, outside of Montréal, analyzes the opportunities in the global animal health industry, and how Prevtec Microbia has positioned itself to seize those by developing technologies that are alternatives to the usage of antibiotics in animal…

Canada The government of the French-speaking Canadian province of Québec stands out for undertaking healthcare reforms while appreciating the need to join hands with industry when it comes to the promotion of health innovation. “Quebec has the most aggressive approach of any province in this country [for generics pricing]” Dr. Gaétan…

Canada David Main, CEO and president of Aquinox Pharmaceuticals Inc., introduces the company he founded in 2006, which now is in the late stages of development of a drug targeting the SHIP1 enzyme, with a focus on treating interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome. Other applications may include blood cancers and chronic prostatitis/chronic…

Canada Dr. David Goodman, CEO of Pharmascience, talks about the strategy for the international expansion of the company, key for which are long-lasting partnerships. He also analyzes the re-organization of the company amongst the two main axes of generics and branded products and highlights its dedication to R&D, especially in the…

Canada Stephen Thompson affirms Baxter’s 80-year commitment to Canada, and describes the benefits of having a local manufacturing presence. He further discusses the company’s latest innovations, notably in renal care and telehealth solutions. Baxter is celebrating 80 years in Canada this year. What is the strategic importance of Canada for Baxter’s…

Canada Sylvain Chrétien, CEO of Pediapharm, introduces the pediatrics-focused company he founded in 2008, having identified a number of unmet needs in the field. Pediapharm brings products to Canadian patients, in an effort to limit off-label use of children’s medication and bringing new drug innovations, working closely with pediatricians and parents…

Canada Ian Jacobson, CEO of Juno Pharmaceuticals, presents the company’s business model of in-licensing and repurposing generic products. He highlights the successful development of the company’s affiliates in Australia, the UK and South Africa, and his plans to refocus efforts on the Canadian market in the near future, aiming to launch…

Canada Madhu Venkat, CEO of Natco Pharma Canada, highlights the company’s portfolio strategy, its strategic road map to be the first mover and become a leading generic supplier in oncology by 2020. He further illustrates that to be successful in Canada, it pays off to be a niche player and vertically…