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Aug. 12, 2024

AI Revolution: Transforming Biopharma with Andree Bates

Summary Dr. Andrée Bates, a pioneering force in the realm of artificial intelligence within the pharmaceutical industry, shares insights on the evolving role of AI in pharma, the future of healthcare innovation, and her advoc...

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July 29, 2024

Unmasking PBMs: Antonio Ciaccia Exposes the Hidden Power Players in H…

Summary In this episode, Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt discuss Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and their impact on drug pricing and patient access to medications. They are joined by Antonio Ciaccia, CEO of 46 Brooklyn Research ...

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July 17, 2024

340B Controversy: Who Really Benefits from Drug Discounts?

In this episode, Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt discuss the 340B drug pricing program with guest William Sarraille, a healthcare law expert. They explore the origins of the program and its intended purpose. However, the program h...

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July 1, 2024

From Biotech Breakthroughs to Food Tech Revolution: Dr. Ron Shigeta’s…

Summary Dr. Ron Shigeta, a pioneer in the biotech startup ecosystem, shares his insights and experiences in this episode. He discusses the success of IndieBio, a biotech accelerator that demonstrated the potential of modest i...

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June 17, 2024

From the Forest to your Pharmacy: Dr. Steven King’s Ethnobotanical Jo…

In this enlightening episode of the RealPharma Podcast, hosts Ian Wendt and Dr. Nari Oh sit down with Dr. Steven King, a luminary in the field of ethnobotanical research and sustainable pharmaceutical development. Dr. King, c...

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June 3, 2024

Command the Room: Dr. Laura Sicola’s Strategies for Executive Communi…

Command the Room: Dr. Laura Sicola's Strategies for Executive Communication Excellence Hosts: Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt In this episode of the Real Pharma Podcast, we delve into the intricacies of effective executive communi...

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May 20, 2024

Drug Importation Debate: Ilisa Bernstein on the Global Pill

Summary Ilisa Bernstein, a senior Vice President at the American Pharmacists Association, discusses the history and current landscape of drug importation policies with a focus on Florida's program. Safety concerns, supply cha...

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May 6, 2024

Navigating Your Biopharma Career: A Masterclass with Recruiter Kristi…

Summary In this episode, Kristiaan Rawlings discusses the 2024-2025 Commercial Market Update and Salary Guide produced by EPM Scientific. The life sciences sector remains resilient due to aging populations, scientific advance...

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April 22, 2024

Pioneering Precision: Kira Dineen on Genetics’ Role in Tailored Thera…

Summary In this episode, hosts Ian Wendt and Dr. Na-Ri Oh , and guest Kira Dineen discuss the intersection of genomics and healthcare. They explore the concept of personalized medicine and how advancements in genomics are rev...

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April 8, 2024

Venture Capital & Biopharma: Jim Trenkle on Pioneering Health Innovat…

Dive into the high-stakes world of Venture Capital in biopharma with Jim Trenkle! Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn groundbreaking scientific discoveries into life-saving treatments? What role do venture capitalist...

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March 25, 2024

Decoding HEOR: Iris Tam’s Insights on Pharma’s Value-Based Future

Join us on a deep dive into the world of Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) with the remarkable Iris Tam, PharmD, a luminary in value-based evidence generation within the biopharma industry. In this episode, our ho...

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March 10, 2024

Redefining Fertility Care: Shelley Bailey’s Journey with Famlee

Dive into the world of fertility with Shelley Bailey, the visionary founder and CEO of Famlee Fertility, on our latest episode. Discover Shelley's personal journey that led to the creation of Famlee, a company revolutionizing...

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Feb. 26, 2024

A Surgeon General’s Perspective: Dr. Adams on Health Innovation and E…

Dr. Jerome Adams, the 20th US Surgeon General, discusses various topics related to public health, including Operation Warp Speed, diversity in clinical trials, improving healthcare access and outcomes, addressing health inequ...

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Feb. 15, 2024

Advocacy in Action: Coy Stout’s Vision for Empowered Healthcare

Trying to understand how pharma can effectively partner with patient advocates to support better patient outcomes? In this episode, Coy Stout discusses his journey in patient advocacy and the intersection of patient advocacy,...

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Jan. 25, 2024

Engineering Health: Dr. Khalil Ramadi’s Vision of Bioengineering and …

Dr. Khalil Ramadi, an assistant professor at New York University Abu Dhabi, discusses the field of bioengineering and his work in neuromodulation and ingestible electronics. He explains that bioengineering encompasses tinkeri...

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Jan. 25, 2024

Beyond the Job Title: Mastering the Pharma Job Market with Kristiaan …

This episode discusses the biopharmaceutical job market and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores the state of the job market, including layoffs and hiring trends in the industry. The conversation also delves into ...

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Jan. 25, 2024

Navigating the Ethical Maze: Dr. Arthur Caplan on Bioethics in Modern…

Dr. Arthur Caplan, a distinguished bioethicist, discusses various topics related to bioethics. He highlights the importance of bioethics in areas such as organ transplantation, genetic testing, artificial intelligence, and pe...

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Dec. 9, 2023

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Coming January 2024! RealPharma Podcast is your gateway to the world of biopharmaceuticals and healthcare. Your hosts are two industry veterans who engage in in-depth conversations with pharma pathfinders/leaders who are shap...

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