Event Detail

Investments in innovative health technologies drive a virtual positive cycle of benefits including a more productive citizenry able to contribute more in terms of higher consumption, higher taxes, while driving more investments from companies into research and development. The government is in a position to make healthcare an engine for growth by increasing the country's health care budget and providing appropriate rewards for innovation that encourage companies to further invest. 

Another aspect of healthcare reform that is being discussed is the role that Health Technology Assessments (HTA) plays in appropriately valuing medicines, health technologies and services. Boston Consulting Group will share their professional view on a proposed healthcare framework and HTA system for Japan based on the research results conducted in partnership with the Japan-based Pharmaceutical Research Manufacturers of America (PhRMA).

Main Topics
* Proposed Healthcare framework for a healthier and economically vibrant Japan
* HTA in Japan and the opportunity for further enhancement

About the Speakers
Yujiro Tsutsumi
Partner & Managing Director
Boston Consulting Group

Mr. Tsutsumi joined the Tokyo office of Boston Consulting Group in 2009. Since joining the company, he has worked extensively with leading international and Japanese pharmaceutical companies on a variety of issues including: Japan entry/ growth strategy, partnering and in-licensing strategy, franchise/product strategy, R&D operational performance, commercial model innovation and organizational transformation through PMI.

Nikos Vrettos
Senior Partner & Managing Director
Boston Consulting Group

Mr. Vrettos is a senior member of the worldwide healthcare/pharmaceutical practice. He started his BCG career in Düsseldorf in 1991. In 2001 he founded the BCG office in Athens, and in 2010 he moved to Tokyo. He served as the worldwide topic leader for research, development, and innovation management.

NOTE: This presentation is in Japanese with simultaneous interpretation in English