EPISODE 5- Improving the Standard of Care with Patients in Mind

In this episode, we interview Gaurav Gupta and Hugo Beekman, Co-Founders of Ascendant BioCapital, to discuss their organization and how they’re focusing on drugs that truly make a difference for patients.


07.13.2021
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High cost out-of-pocket drugs and obstacles to reduce those prices for patients plague the health industry. With patients in mind, organizations are looking to invest and bring drugs directly to market.

Gaurav Gupta and Hugo Beekman, Co-Founders of Ascendant BioCapital, join the show to discuss their organization and how they’re focusing on drugs that truly make a difference for patients.

What we talked about:

  • The Founding of Ascendant BioCapital
  • The Medical & Investing Backgrounds of the Founders
  • Impactful Experiences in the Industry
  • Testifying Before Congress & Issues with Out-Of-Pocket Costs
  • Importance of Intellectual Property to Biotech

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