What Can Be Done to Bridge the Gap Between Employer-Manufacturer Collaboration

In this episode of The Only Healthcare Podcast, co-hosts Michael Navin and Dr. Randy Vogenberg, PhD, welcome esteemed guest Tonya Vyhlidal, a senior consultant with over 25 years of experience in building comprehensive health and wellness programs. Together, they dive deep into the components of employer and biopharmaceutical manufacturer collaboration and the benefits it holds for all stakeholders involved. 

Key Highlights: 

• The Current Landscape: Understanding why collaboration between employers and manufacturers remains fragmented and what obstacles exist that hinder these essential partnerships. 
• The Role of Stakeholders: How employers, benefit consultants (EBCs), and manufacturers fit into the complex healthcare ecosystem and the significant influence each has on outcomes. 
• Access and Affordability: Why direct collaboration can lead to enhanced access to medications, more informed decisions, and cost savings that benefit both employers and employees. 
• Whole Person Care: The shift towards patient-centered care and the importance of aligning clinical pathways and treatment plans for holistic health outcomes. 
• Forecasted Outlook: The potential integration of medical and pharmacy benefits and how technology can act as a catalyst for innovation and improved access. 

Tonya shares her firsthand experiences on how employer-initiated collaborations can yield financial, cultural, and operational benefits. This episode is a must-listen for employers, benefit consultants, and manufacturers looking to navigate and innovate within a complex system that demands strategic partnerships. 

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