The Pharma Podcast

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 have Dr. Sonia Rehal with us. Sonia is not only courageously living with a rare disease but also actively participa...

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.To help us better understand this complex and fascinating topic, I’m thrilled to have DANI Peters with us....

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 improve health and save lives.HPIC is now working in 39 countries including our latest emergency response to suppor...

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 peripheral services like Patient Support Programs and speciality pharmacies in generating crucial Real World Data a...

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 the fascinating world of Psilocybin and its remarkable potential to aid patients with PTSD while promoting o...

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 | PlatforceE: [email protected]: https://platforce.io/

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.To learn more about CORD, upcoming events, or to make a donation, please visit: www.raredisorders.caYou can...

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 Hospital’s Bio-engineering of Skeletal Tissues Team, then as Chief Science Officer at Epic Capital Manageme...

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 CapitalJesse and I discuss the Healthcare investment market in Canada - How a changing economy is affecting investor appetites.Contact Information for Jesse:CPOINT Capital512-555 Richmond Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V 3B1T: +1 905 881 4440 x...

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 BurtonOn 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 developments in Canadian healthcare companies.Contact Information for Bloom Burton:[email protected]:/...