Jörg-Michael Rupp: I will always grasp with both hands any opportunity where I can meet patients, as well as those who treat them

Jörg-Michael Rupp, Head of Roche Pharma International, shared on LinkedIn:

“I will always grasp with both hands any opportunity where I can meet patients, as well as those who treat them. Recently I was fortunate enough to do just this when I visited the Institut National d’Oncologie in Morocco, a humbling and unforgettable experience.

Coinciding with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it felt only right that oncology remained a key focus of my time in this diverse country. Another highlight was learning more about Roche’s partnership with the Lalla Salma Foundation. The Foundation is already making significant progress in improving the quality of cancer management and ensuring that all Moroccan patients have access to a high standard of cancer care. This includes early detection projects in breast and cervical cancer, and a tobacco control programme delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Health.

In our ongoing partnership with the Lalla Salma Foundation we also contribute to achieving the objectives of the National Cancer Control Plan through support of awareness campaigns, medical training and cancer registries. The numbers speak for themselves; every year, 1,500 patients benefit from innovative cancer therapies.

Alongside my conversations with healthcare professionals, patients and policymakers I have also enjoyed interacting with my colleagues at Roche Morocco. Our team in Morocco responded with strength and courage after last month’s earthquake, supporting one another, our partners and patients during this difficult time. This is yet another example of the power of partnerships; only through working together can we truly make a difference for patients across the globe.”

Source: Jörg-Michael Rupp/LinkedIn