How to Close the Gap Between Scientific Innovation and Patient Access in the U.S. Healthcare System

Why do life-changing medical innovations often struggle to reach the patients who need them most? In this episode of Patient Advocacy Voices, Esther Krofah of the Milken Institute moderates a powerful conversation with senior Sanofi leaders across immunology, vaccines, diabetes, and policy on the systemic barriers that stand between scientific breakthroughs and ensuring access for patients in need. The conversation was recorded in February 2025 at the Sanofi Patient Advocacy Council.

You’ll hear candid insights on:

• The "last mile" problem in getting therapies to patients
• Real-world examples of how insurance hurdles delay or deny care
• Policy shifts that could better reward innovation while reducing patient burden
• The urgent need for representative clinical trial recruitment
• How collaboration across advocacy, industry, and government can drive change

This episode offers both a frank view of patient access challenges and a clear call to action for working together, boldly and specifically, to make the system work better for patients.