The Pharma Podcast

Feb 17 2024 26 ep. 25 mins 392
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Welcome to The Pharma Podcast - Insights from industry experts and business leaders about important and current topics in Canadian Pharma, Biotech and Medtech.

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Rare Voices: Navigating Life with Uncommon Courage in Canada

Feb 17 2024 31 mins  
On this special episode of the Pharma Podcast, we're honouring Rare Disease Month this February by delving into the personal and profound stories from the front lines of rare diseases in Canada. Our focus is on the unique challenges, healthcare experiences, and the resilience required to navigate life with a rare condition. In celebration of this important month, I’m thrilled to

Florida’s Prescription for Change: The Impact of Florida’s Move to Import Canadian Drugs!

Jan 24 2024 29 mins  
On this episode of the PharmaPodcast, we will discuss Florida, and its plans to import Drugs from Canada. Florida is making headlines for its bold move to import prescription drugs from Canada, a strategy aimed at reducing healthcare costs in that state. This shift could potentially transform the landscape of pharmaceutical importation in the US and set a precedent for other states

A Year of Healing: Impact and Insights with Lois Brown from Health Partners International Canada

Dec 20 2023 27 mins  
On this episode of the Pharma Podcast, my guest is Lois Brown, President of Health Partners International Canada, and on this episode of the Pharma Podcast, we discuss the transformative impact of global health initiatives, the critical role of pharmaceutical partnerships in advancing healthcare worldwide, and the inspiring achievements and future goals of HPIC in its mission to im

Data Unleashed: Unmasking the Real World Evidence Revolution

Jul 31 2023 51 mins  
On this episode of the PharmaPodcast, my guest is Tara Cowling, President and Managing Principal at Medlior Health Outcomes Research. Tara is a leader in Real World Evidence, HTA (Health Technology Assessments) and Outcomes Research. We delve into the pivotal role of Real World Evidence (RWE) in drug reimbursement and market access. Join us as we explore the significance of periphe

Unlocking the Mind: Exploring Psilocybin's Potential for Healing PTSD and Enhancing Brain Health

Jun 26 2023 26 mins  
On this episode of the PharmaPodcast, my guest is Greg Rutherford, Chief Commercial Officer at Apex Labs, a Vancouver based patient driven pharmaceutical company that develops and commercialises clinically evaluated psilocybin-derived treatments to tackle the most critical unmet need in depression, anxiety, and PTSD among Veterans and the general public. Greg and I will delve into

Ukraine - Starting and Running a Business in Difficult Circumstances

Mar 28 2023 20 mins  
On this episode of the PharmaPodcast, I have an extra special guest. Artem Brytchenko is CEO at Platforce, a company based in Ukraine that he continues to run, in spite of all the adversity he is facing during a time of war. I’m sure you will find this interview not just informative, but also Inspirational. Contact Information: Artem Brytchenko Chief Executive Officer | Platforce

Dr. Durhane Wong-Rieger - Bringing awareness to Rare Disease Day

Feb 15 2023 48 mins  
On this episode of the Pharma Podcast, my extra-special guest is Dr. Durhane Wong-Rieger, President & CEO at Canadian Organization for Rare Disorders. To mark Rare Disease Day, which we celebrate on the last day of February, I can think of no better guest than Dr. Durhane Wong-Rieger to bring awareness to Rare Disease Day. She also gives a great overview of CORD and its mission

The NEAR Future of Regenerative medicine

Jan 13 2023 27 mins  
On this episode of the Pharma Podcast, my guest is Dr, Drew Taylor, founder and CEO of ACORN BIOLABS. As an entrepreneur and regenerative medicine pioneer, Drew is making breakthrough medicine accessible for everyday people. After simultaneously earning a PhD in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto and playing professional baseball, Drew worked as part of Mount Sinai

CPOINT CAPITAL - How a Changing Economy is Affecting Investor Appetites

Oct 08 2022 18 mins  
Welcome to the Pharma Podcast, conversations with industry experts and business leaders about important and current topics in Canadian pharma, biotech and medtech. On this episode of the PharmaPodcast, my guest is Jesse Buckstein, Principle at CPoint Capital Jesse and I discuss the Healthcare investment market in Canada - How a changing economy is affecting investor appetites. Cont

Bloom Burton - Healthcare Investment Market in Canada

May 24 2022 36 mins  
Welcome to the Pharma Podcast, conversations with industry experts and business leaders about important and current topics in Canadian pharma, biotech and medtech. On this episode of the PharmaPodcast, my guest is Brian Bloom, CEO, Bloom Burton On the heels of the Bloom Burton Healthcare Investor Conference, which was held in Toronto on May 2-3, Brian and I will discuss the latest