To support hospitals across the country, HealthPRO's pharmacy portfolio continues to expand to include more contract categories, including supply agreements for biologics and patented medications which represent a significant spend for hospital pharmacies. Our recent milestone of $1 billion in contract value is a testament to the trust our members have in the contracts we offer and the service we provide.
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National buying power helps us compete in the global market, achieving cost containment
As Canada represents less than 2% of the global market, we achieve significant price savings and price stability/predictability over the contract price stability/predictability over the contract term.
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Protected Supply for Canada
Awarded suppliers are now required to hold 90 days of inventory of critical drugs within Canada for HealthPRO members.
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National Advocacy
Trusted advisor to Health Canada representing our members' voices.
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Influencing global drug manufacturers to introduce new fit-for-purpose products
Since 2016, our efforts have led to 36 new products being launched in the Canadian marketplace, including new formats which contribute to medication safety and less waste.
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Helping prevent medication errors by convincing global drug manufacturers to change their labelling and packaging
Over the last two years, our national voice has influenced pharmaceutical companies to make over 75 changes to their packaging and labelling.
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Strategies that mitigate drug shortages
Our national scope allows us to implement strategies that have mitigated over 80% of oncology drug supply disruptions, preventing any impact on patients.
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Contract Differential Refund Service
Since we launched the program in 2010, we have successfully recovered over $100M for the Canadian healthcare system resulting from a higher price paid for an alternative medication during a drug shortage.
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