September 23, 2013
On September 23rd, in Mexico City, the International Alliance of Patients’ Organizations (IAPO) hosted a discussion on biosimilars at their Latin American Multi-Stakeholder Seminar. The meeting was attended by patient and interest groups from the region as well as ASBM Executive Director, Michael Reilly, and Global Colon Cancer Association (GCCA) Co-Executive Director, Andy Spiegel. The discussion […]
September 20, 2013
WASHINGTON, DC – Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) chairman, Richard Dolinar M.D., added a physician’s perspective to the ongoing discussion around the naming of biologic medicines, including biosimilars. “Biologics are highly sensitive to the manufacturing process and their environment; slight differences can have unexpected results,” stated Dolinar. “As a physician, patient safety is paramount. […]
July 1, 2013
Ottawa, ONTARIO – Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) chairman, Richard Dolinar M.D., was one of a small group of patient advocates invited to address international regulators at the “Regulator Forum on Biologic Naming and Traceability” hosted by Health Canada and BIOTECanada on June 26 and 27. Dolinar’s presentation added a physician’s perspective to the […]
June 27, 2013
WASHINGTON, DC- The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) is pleased to announce the addition of EuropaBio to its membership. EuropaBio is the European Association for Bioindustries, bringing together bioscience companies from all fields of research and development, testing, manufacturing and distribution of biotechnology products. It has 56 corporate members, 14 associate members and Bio […]
June 25, 2013
BOSTON, Mass. — Speaking at the 49th Annual Drug Information Association (DIA) Conference, Dr. Richard Dolinar, chairman of The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM), presented an analysis of past drug shortages and discussed how policies toward biologic drugs can be developed to guard against short supply. Dr. Dolinar’s presentation, entitled “Characterizing Drug Shortages and Their Causes: Anticipated Future Trends,” stresses that quality and consistency are vital for ensuring a steady and safe supply of biologic medicines for patients.
March 7, 2013
WASHINGTON – Dr. Richard Dolinar, chairman of the Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) presented on March 5, 2013 at the Center for Business Intelligence 8th Annual Biosimilars Summit in Washington, D.C. Dr. Dolinar’s presentation, “Assessing Global Standards for Biologic Medicines” stressed the need for a global regulatory environment for biosimilars that places patient safety […]
March 1, 2013
WASHINGTON – The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) today released the following statement on the sequestration budget cuts that begin to take effect on March 1. ASBM Chairman Dr. Richard Dolinar said the following: “The Affordable Care Act, enacted in March 2010, authorized the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to develop a pathway […]
December 21, 2012
PROVIDENCE, RI – The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM) hosted a Biosimilars Education Forum at the University of Rhode Island, College of Pharmacy in Kingston, RI, following a tour of a facility that manufactures biologic medicines. The forum brought together policymakers, patient advocates, physicians, pharmacists and other stakeholders who discussed the importance of patient […]
December 10, 2012
DENVER – The Alliance for Safe Biologic Medicines (ASBM), Colorado BioScience and Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) hosted a Biosimilars Education Forum in Longmont, CO, on December 6th following a tour of a facility that manufactures biologic medicines. The forum brought together policymakers, patient advocates, physicians, pharmacists and other stakeholders who discussed the importance of patient […]
October 2, 2012
WASHINGTON – On September 27, 2012 the European Medicines Agency (EMA) released a revised version of their 2008 Question and Answer (Q&A) document differentiating the regulatory standards for biosimilar medicines from the standards used to support generic chemical medicines. ASBM Chairman Richard Dolinar, MD, released the following statement in recognition of the importance of that […]
