Quintilesims Podcasts

In this episode of the IQVIA podcast, Daniel Mora-Brito, Engagement Manager, Global Health, Thought Leadership, examines the growing urgency of addressing obesity as a central driver of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and what is at stake if action is delayed. Joined by Johanna Ralston, CEO, World Obesity Federation; Claudia Martínez, Director of Research, Access to Medicine Foundation; and Helen McGuire, Global Lead, NCDs, PATH, the discussion explores how governments and global institutions can elevate obesity within national and global NCD agendas through stronger advocacy, policy prioritization, prevention, and system level responses. The conversation also unpacks the evolving role of treatment and innovation and outlines the concrete steps needed to ensure access is equitable, sustainable, and aligned with long term public health goals.Enjoyed this content? Check out out white paper "Expanding the toolbox for obesity prevention and treatment

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept in life sciences—it’s here, transforming drug safety and pharmacovigilance at an unprecedented pace. But as the industry embraces automation and advanced analytics, one truth stands firm: innovation without governance is a risk no one can afford.In this episode of The Top Line, we explore how AI is reshaping drug safety while governance sets the guardrails for ethical, compliant, and sustainable adoption. Our featured guest, Marie Flanagan, Regulatory and AI Governance Lead at IQVIA Safety Technologies, dives deep into why governance isn’t just a checkbox—it’s the backbone of responsible AI deployment in healthcare.Key Themes You’ll Discover:The Dual Imperative: Innovation and OversightAI promises speed, accuracy, and scalability in pharmacovigilance, from case intake to signal detection. Yet, without robust governance frameworks, these benefits can quickly turn into liabilities. Learn why embedding governance into AI design from day one is critic

Join IQVIA Thought Leaders, Sarah Rickwood and Kirstie Scott as they discuss key changes in the launch environment. Hear about the rising importance of the private market (led by, but not limited to obesity medications) and how pharma must quickly adapt to AI-enabled HCP self-empowerment.

In this episode, Dr. Paul Beresford, Senior Vice President of Biopharma Partnerships at PathAI, shares perspectives on how artificial intelligence is transforming pathology workflows, enhancing diagnostic accuracy, and supporting precision medicine. Discover practical insights on AI integration, regulatory alignment, and the evolving partnership between technology and clinical expertise in diagnostics.Host: Michaela Miller, Practice Lead, U.S. MedTech Technology & Analytics, IQVIAFeatured Speaker: Paul Beresford, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Biopharma Partnerships, PathAI

In this episode, Stefan Lutzmayer, from IQVIA’s EMEA Thought Leadership team, speaks with Özgür Tuncer, CEO & Executive Director of Stablepharma, about the growing complexity of the pharmaceutical cold chain and how innovation could make it more resilient, sustainable, and accessible.IQVIA’s EMEA Thought Leadership team analyses major trends shaping the pharmaceutical market and their implications for healthcare systems and companies across the region.You’ll hear about:•Why “keeping it cold” is more than logistics—it’s about safety, equity, and sustainability•Where breakdowns happen in practice, from transport to site of administration•Why the cold chain is not just an issue of low- and middle-income countries•How hidden costs and emissions make the cold chain a big topic for healthcare systems around the world•The promise of thermostable technology to reduce waste, cut costs, and expand access globallyListen in for practical insights on how the next decade of cold-chain innovation could reshape the futur

Welcome to “Debunking Value, Access & Pricing Myths”—a podcast series from IQVIA’s Value and Payer Evidence team where we explore the transformations underway in healthcare pricing and market access - challenging outdated norms and shedding light on the new realities shaping our work.In the second episode, your host Rebecca Coady, Principal at IQVIA, is joined by her colleague Katrin Lamp. Together, they take on a myth “Pricing in Germany is always transparent.”Katrin, who is a principal at IQVIA and an expert in the German market, shares her perspectives on the major changes to drug pricing in the largest EU pharmaceutical market, Germany, and what this means for pricing strategy development and price management – they cover what you need to know about the changing pricing rules, including the opportunity for confidential pricing.

In this episode presented by IQVIA, BioSpace’s head of insights Lori Ellis discusses the importance of target product profiles, particularly when navigating funding challenges, with Ian Fisher, head of development analytics.

In this episode, BioSpace’s head of insights Lori Ellis discusses how AI transformation can help organizations navigate a rapidly evolving regulatory environment with senior director of regulatory innovation and technology, Michelle Gyzen.

In this episode, BioSpace’s head of insights Lori Ellis discusses the FDA’s first draft guidance for AI in drug development, published in January 2025, with Archana Hegde, Senior Director, PV systems and innovations at IQVIA.

In this episode, BioSpace’s head of insights Lori Ellis discusses the evolving role of local qualified persons for pharmacovigilance with ⁠Ana Pedro Jesuíno⁠, global head local QPPV network at IQVIA.

In this episode, BioSpace’s head of insights Lori Ellis discusses the concerns and opportunities of patient data driving AI tasks with Louise Molloy, associate director medical information and pharmacovigilance.

This episode focuses on how Agentic AI is shaping the future of clinical research. In this episode you will:  Learn about the differences between an AI agent and an agentic framework and how the latter can coordinate and orchestrate many different AI agents to answer more complex questions.  Explore the capabilities of Agentic AI and its applications in clinical trials and early clinical development. Hear how an Agentic AI framework provided a pharma company with a roadmap a decade out to see how to optimally develop their R&D pipeline for a therapeutic area of interest.  Greg Lever, Director of AI Solutions Delivery at IQVIA, is our featured guest.

Welcome to “Debunking Value, Access & Pricing Myths”—a podcast series from IQVIA’s Value and Payer Evidence team where we separate fact from fiction on some of the most persistent misconceptions in the world of healthcare pricing and access.In this debut episode, your host Rebecca Coady, Principal at IQVIA, is joined by her colleague and EU HTA expert, Sian Tanner. Together, they take on a myth that's loomed large in the industry for decades: “A centralized EU HTA will never happen.”Sian, who leads IQVIA’s EU HTA Solutions offering, unpacks what the reality of EU HTA implementation means for pharmaceutical teams across Europe. From challenges and timelines to strategic priorities and long-term implications for market access, they cover what you need to know—and what your team should be doing now to prepare.

This episode focuses on how IQVIA is innovating with agentic AI to drive efficiency and quality in clinical trials.  In this episode you will:   Discover how agentic AI can be leveraged to enhance efficiency and quality in clinical trials and help increase the chance of success. See how an agentic AI approach can optimize site selection, trial design, and other critical elements in clinical trials. Learn about using agentic AI to identify new indications and targets in early clinical development by analyzing data from multiple databases. Speaker: Raja Shankar, Vice President of Machine Learning in IQVIA’s Research and Development Solutions.

This podcast features malaria experts Caroline Boulton (Global Program Head, Malaria, at Novartis); Sherwin Charles (CEO, Goodbye Malaria); and Carlos Chaccour (Researcher and Visiting Scholar, Navarra Institute for International Development). The conversation delves into the current malaria response, examining shifts in international funding, R&D innovations, drug resistance challenges, emerging prevention tools, and the impact of climate change.The podcast is hosted by IQVIA’s Daniel Mora-Brito, Engagement Manager, Global Health, EMEA Thought Leadership.

In this episode, IQVIA MedTech experts Michelle Edwards and Michaela Miller discuss key trends shaping the MedTech industry in 2025. The conversation covers advancements in 3D printing, real-world evidence (RWE), and clinical AI, among others. Read Ten MedTech Trends to Watch in 2025 to learn more. https://www.iqvia.com/locations/united-states/library/insight-brief/ten-medtech-trends-to-watch-in-2025Host: Michaela Miller, Practice Lead, U.S. MedTech Technology & Analytics, IQVIAFeatured Speaker: Michelle Edwards, Practice Lead, U.S. MedTech Real World and Clinical Solutions, IQVIA

This podcast episode features a discussion between Jeff Pilch from IQVIA and Sanjay Mistry from Molnlycke. Together, they explore the journey of how their companies collaborated to solve a significant business problem related to customer master data management (MDM). Sanjay explains the challenges Molnlycke faced in defining and managing customer data across different units, which hindered their ability to perform basic analytics and customer segmentation. Jeff and Sanjay then discussed the solutions proposed by IQVIA, emphasizing a practical, incremental approach to implementing MDM and data governance, which helped Molnlycke achieve better data management and business efficiency.Featured Speakers:Jeff Pilch - MDM Practice Lead, IQVIA Sanjay Mistry - Director Data Operations, Commercial Excellence at Molnlycke

On International HPV Awareness Day, Dr. Nicola Paul hosts Dr. Tando Gaqana, a passionate HPV vaccine advocate, and Daniel Mora-Brito, IQVIA's thought leader in global health, to discuss the impact of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in South Africa, highlighting the importance of vaccination and regular screening to prevent HPV-related conditions in Africa.

This episode focuses on using AI for indication selection and prioritization to optimize the value of clinical development planning. In this episode you will:  Discover how AI can ensure faster, better clinical development and decision making to help get drugs to market faster. See how AI can be leveraged to prioritize hundreds of indications into high-potential opportunities rapidly. Learn about using AI to look at clinical trial data to help predict the future competitive intensity for an indication.  Speaker: Raja Shankar, Vice President of Machine Learning in IQVIA’s Research and Development Solutions.

In this episode, Ekra Yao shares his view of the ongoing efforts and strategies in the fight against polio in Africa.