3rd Annual Specialty Distribution and Channel Optimization Summit

Specialty Distribution and Channel Optimization Summit

As the number of specialty products entering the market continues to increase, it’s important to understand how to design a distribution network that best meets the product and patient’s needs and improves commercial success. Join manufacturers to discuss best practices and strategies for optimizing channel strategies that meet the special needs and nuances of specialty products.

Top 10 Reasons to Attend

Hear factors driving the utilization of outcomes-based contracts
Discover new ways to address traditional and emerging patient needs
Consider the impact of global market trends on U.S. patients’ experiences
Explore the impact of new contracting models on traditional channel strategies
Realize the impact of changing payer-provider relationships on your distribution strategy
Discuss the new complexities faced by patients in navigating coverage under the pharmacy benefit
Learn the driving forces influencing payment models being adopted between payers and providers
Map the patient and product journey to identify activities that improve patient access and medication adherence
Develop strategies to address the market trend of ACOs assuming a significant portion of the distribution of specialty products
Understand emerging standards to consider for SP inclusion in your network around metric reporting, patient satisfaction, hub services, and REMS compliance

Featured Speakers:

Chairperson:

Lisa Egbuonu-Davis, MD, MPH, MBA
Vice President, Global Patient Centered Outcomes and Solutions
Sanofi

Health Plan:

Stephen E. Perkins, MD
Vice President, Medical Affairs
UPMC Health Plan

PBM:

Tracey McGuire, RPh, MSA
Director, Specialty Drug Management
MedImpact

Manufacturer:

Stephen Smith, MBA
Director, Specialty Injectable Marketing and Market Access
Pfizer

Influencer:

Burt Zweigenhaft
President, NASP (National Association Specialty Pharmacy);
Advisor Shareholder Group, Cancer Treatment Centers of America;
Managing Director, BioPharma Partners, LLC;
Co-Chairman, AVBCC (Association Value Based Cancer Care);
Editor-in-Chief, Value Based Cancer Care;
Chairman, CureVax, LLC

Co-Located Summit

Testimonials from delegates of World Congress events:

"Very informative from strategic level to operational." – Gerald E. Finken, CEO, Centerpoint Clinical Services

Sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Jay Mulhern
Manager, Business Development
Telephone: 781-939-2609
or Email Him

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