UCB rocks, literally.🎸Read about our in-house employee rock band, UCB Rocks from counsel and guitarist Justin Gorman. For Justin, the band was not just a unique feature to UCB, but also a way for him to connect his personal love of music, career, and relationships w/ colleagues.
Marilyn broke her hip several years ago but wants to keep living in her home independently. UCB teamed up with
@RTSiliconValley
, a non-profit committed to repairing homes for older Americans to reduce Marilyn's risk of falling again.
This Sunday is
#RareDiseaseDay
. We’re continuing to raise awareness about seeing people in need and our commitment to innovating and finding solutions for patients living with rare diseases.
#ShowYourStripes
This
#FamilyCaregiversMonth
, we honor and thank the many caregivers that selflessly care for their loved ones each day. Read from UCB's Kristi Lengyel, who knows firsthand the burden many caregivers feel when a loved one experiences a life or death situation.
#NFCMonth
With more than 20 years of leadership in neurological diseases, we are committed to finding solutions for unmet needs. Our history of research and development and our deep understanding of epilepsy, uniquely positions UCB to deliver value for patients.
Many people think that fractures due to fragile bones are an inevitable part of aging. But a broken hip may more commonly be the result of an underlying condition: osteoporosis. Find out how we’re reimagining solutions:
#NationalOsteoporosisMonth
With 20+ years of experience in caring for people living with
#epilepsy
, our goal has always been to understand the experiences of people living with the disease better than anyone. Learn how UCB is finding new ways to connect & improve the day-to-day patient experience.
#AANAM
Recently, UCB invited local teachers across Raleigh, NC to visit our office to pick out and take home any supplies they needed. So far, more than 40 boxes and 4 shopping carts were filled to go to 15 schools across our community. Read more:
We've launched a new digital treatment tracker with
@Medisafeapp
during
#EpilepsyAwarenessMonth
for people living with epilepsy. We're dedicated to breaking the barriers to better care by surrounding patients every step in their healthcare journey.
#digitaltransformation
Our PharmD fellowship programs offer a unique opportunity to learn from experienced preceptors in a patient-focused and creative environment. Applications are open NOW through November 6. Read more about the programs from current fellows, Nick James and Howraa Alasker.
As part of UCB’s commitment to improving the lives of people living with severe diseases, we are pleased to announce the launch of Nile AI Inc, an independent company focused on fostering a better care management experience for people living with
#epilepsy
.
#digitaltransformation
We’ve long been committed to finding solutions for patients living w/epilepsy. At
#AES2018
, we're sharing our latest research, spearheading new ideas to partner, & engaging on innovative approaches to create individualized solutions. Visit us at Booth 709.
In order to truly change the way we think about value, we have to treat patients as equal partners in care. Read more from UCB’s VP of U.S. Corporate Affairs, Patty Fritz, in the first part of our new "Voices on Value" series.
This
#EarthDay
we're celebrating the importance of protecting our planet for generations to come. See how we're working to do our part to make positive contributions to environmental sustainability.
For
#NationalOsteoporosisMonth
, we’re collaborating with
@OpenIDEO
to find solutions to make sure that a person's first fracture is their last. Have an innovative idea? Help us reimagine solutions by joining our Healthy Bones, Healthy Aging Challenge.
We're working in a way that is sustainable for the patients we serve, for our employees, and for society - including our local communities, shareholders, and the planet. Learn about how we have integrated sustainability into our business approach:
When it comes to improving the lives of women living with
#rarediseases
, there’s still so much work to be done. At UCB, we're working to advance science to help women like Niki, living with
#myastheniagravis
, make informed decisions about their healthcare.
#WomensHistoryMonth
We're working to improve care for patients living with non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis - a debilitating disease that can take nearly a decade to diagnose and can’t be detected by x-ray. Learn more:
#SpondylitisAwarenessMonth
Our goal at UCB is to be carbon neutral by 2030. In 2018, 92% of the electricity we consumed was from renewable sources, with 5 sites relying fully on energy generated from solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass sources.
#PictureEarth
This November, we’re shining a spotlight on epilepsy, a research area we've been committed to for many years and a patient community near to our hearts. Each day, we commit to helping people like LaKeisha live their best lives.
#EpilepsyAwarenessMonth
This
#NationalCaregiversDay
, we’d like to take a moment to recognize and thank
#caregivers
for the hard work and dedication they offer all year round. Our Kristi Lengyel shares how being a family caregiver inspires her to create value for patients at UCB. Read her story.
Seizure response dogs are specially taught to help people living with epilepsy, and UCB has had a long partnership with
@CanineAssistant
. Learn more about UCB’s commitment to children living with epilepsy and how seizure response dogs can help. Booth 120 at
#CNS2018
.
We are providing innovative solutions for people living with
#psoriasis
who need additional help with clearer skin and the fuller life that can come with it.
What sets UCB apart is our ability to act thoughtfully as we create value for patients living with
#epilepsy
and rare syndromes. With a people-first approach, we’re innovating to create
#equitable
solutions of the future.
#News
: A new sub-category for non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA), a
#chronic
inflammatory condition affecting the spine and sacroiliac joint, has been endorsed by the ICD-10 Coordination and Maintenance Committee.
Patients with
#psoriasis
can often experience significant emotional and social burdens. We're pleased to be a part of the virtual conversation at
#FC20
around how we can best continue addressing the unmet needs faced by the
#dermatology
community.
UCB is focused on developing strategies that adapt to real-world problems, improve access, and better patients’ lives. Learn about our approach to value-based contracting from Head of Rare Disease Access Strategy, Kelly Guntrum in the latest article of our Voices on Value series.
2020 tested long-held beliefs and practices of how we work, how we think about our health & how we help others. Read from UCB CEO Jean-Christophe Tellier as he reflects on the lessons learned and our work to improve patients' lives now and in the future:
As we get ready to join the
#dermatology
community virtually for
#AADVMX2020
, our Head of U.S. Immunology, Camille Lee, shares her perspective on UCB's latest research in immuno-dermatology and how significant the impact could be for patients in the future.
We’re providing treatment options for dermatologists like Dr. Leonardi so they can help women with
#psoriasis
achieve clearer skin and the fuller life that can come with it.
We’re
@eyeforpharma
#efpPhilly
this week to share how we've transformed our business to center around a patient's individual experience - from bots that identify spinal fractures to support programs that are truly patient-centered.
We’re proud to share that UCB U.S. was recognized by
@WheelsFleet
for having the greenest fleet within the pharmaceutical sector with
@tesla_na
being the lead electric vehicle chosen by drivers. Swipe to learn more about our eco-friendly approach.
#EarthDay2024
🌎
UCB is at the
@pcmanet
sPCMA Business Forum this week. We are committed to ensuring that people living with severe diseases, like DeOnna, have access to the medications they need.
At UCB, we are driven by our commitment to people living with and caring for severe diseases. This
#MentalHealthAwareness
month and beyond, learn more about the impact disease has on their mental health, and our work to support these communities.
#MomentsThatMatter
This week, we're pleased to join
#DERM2020
during
#PsoriasisAwarenessMonth
. These have been uncertain times for everyone, including for people managing a dermatological condition. Stay tuned throughout the month to learn more about living with
#psoriasis
.
Congratulations to the 7 U.S-based organizations that received support from the UCB Community Health Fund for projects focused on supporting vulnerable young people impacted by COVID-19. We can't wait to see your important work continue to make a difference in our communities.
At UCB, we channel our energy, passions, and experiences to better understand and rethink how we're delivering solutions patients value. Follow our new series showcasing what drives our employees to put patients at the heart of everything they do:
Our head of U.S. Medical Affairs, Dr. Mohamed Yassine, spoke at the
#Rheumatology
Research Foundation's special session about collaborating on drug discovery and clinical studies.
#ACR18
#SaveRheum
@ACRheum
Join Dr. Marla C. Dubinsky
@IcahnMountSinai
in an educational symposium about the unique considerations and clinical needs for women of childbearing age who are living with Crohn’s disease. Friday, Dec. 14 at 6:30p
@IBDConference
#AIBD2018
Register now:
Our 'Commitment to Epilepsy Care' scientific exhibit at
#AES2018
is open Mon. 8a-5p in room 282. See the latest posters on UCB’s eliprio®, a portfolio of predictive solutions marrying our clinical expertise in epilepsy w/
#bigdata
& computational science.
Have you ever heard of non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis? This disease - characterized by substantial inflammatory back pain - affects 3.3 million people in the U.S. and has a higher incidence rate in women. Learn more:
#SpondylitisAwarenessMonth
At UCB, we’re innovating new tools and technologies to make clinical trials accessible to those from all walks of life. This
#PsoriasisActionMonth
, learn more about how this
#diverse
approach is creating better outcomes for people living with psoriasis.
This
#PsoriasisActionMonth
, UCB is joining the community to shine a light on how psoriasis is about ‘All of Us.’ Learn more from Camille Lee about UCB’s work in coordinated care and how we’re encouraging action for people living with psoriatic conditions.
#PsoriasisAwareness
Miguel believes everyone has a personal reason for wanting innovative medicines. His is his son, who lives with an acute disease. Read how patients are at the heart of everything he does:
At UCB, we’re dedicated to helping people with severe diseases live their best lives. That’s why we’re excited to launch
#MomentsThatMatter
, a space to showcase the resilience of patients and caregivers and the everyday moments that matter to them. Watch now:
As we join the rheumatology community at
#ACR20
, Head of U.S. Medical Immunology, Dr. Jeff Stark, shares the importance of a new diagnostic code for nr-axSpA in helping to improve the patient journey and to lead to more innovation. Read more:
Michele has lived with
#TonicClonic
seizures since the age of 28, when she experienced her first seizure while swimming in a pool. Read about her journey to seizure freedom:
#EpilepsyAwarenessMonth
#NEAM2020
UCB's Brandon Drew is sharing
@eyeforpharma
today about our work with AI technology to help identify patients with spinal fractures so they can be connected with a doctor for evaluation.
#osteoporosis
#efpPhilly
Our work with the
#raredisease
community is driven by a patient-first strategy and personal connections. Hear more from Ian, whose aunt lives with a rare disease, about how we’re doing everything we can in our
#clinicaltrial
development to help patients.
#MomentsThatMatter
UCB's Denelle Waynick, U.S. General Counsel, leads by example by being true to herself to encourage others to do so too. Read from Denelle on why by being authentic to yourself, you become stronger as an individual, leader, and employee:
At UCB, patient value is not just what we say, but how we live. We aspire to help those living with severe diseases live their best lives, whatever that is for them. Watch to learn more.
This week, we’re pleased to join other leaders in the healthcare industry at
#JPM2020
to highlight the solutions we’re committed to delivering to patients now and in the future.
#JPM20
We are looking forward to exchanging new ideas with the rheumatology community during
#ACR21
to support patients living with conditions such as
#axSpA
. Hear more from Dr. Jeffrey Stark here:
At UCB, we focus on what really matters – our people, communities, and the patients we serve. We’re proud to be recognized as a 2021
@AJC
#AJCTop175
Workplace. Read from Armelle Blanchet, U.S. Talent Partner Lead, on how we create an environment that empowers our diverse talents.
Thank you to our employees for who you are and what you do each and every day. We know to deliver the best for patients, we must value, support, and empower all those who work at UCB to bring their full selves to the workplace and to achieve their goals.
#EmployeeAppreciationDay
We strive to change the patient experience in
#immunology
through our nursing program and other patient resources because we know medicine is just one of many components that make a difference in the lives of people living with severe diseases.
#MomentsThatMatter
#RDAM
As we round out
#PsoriasisActionMonth
, learn about some of the ways we work with patient organizations such as
@NPF
to listen to the needs of the psoriasis community and advance policies that improve access and the sustainability of the healthcare system:
We reimagined our U.S. headquarters in Atlanta to work in a way that is sustainable for our employees’ health and well-being, the community, and the planet. We are honored for the recognition through the WELL and LEED certifications.
The daily uncertainty of living with severe disease can take a toll on
#mentalhealth
. Hear from Kurt, caregiver of a daughter with
#LennoxGastaut
syndrome, a rare form of
#epilepsy
, as he shares the emotional burden and impact of this disease.
We have valued the opportunity to share our latest insights at this year's
#WinterClinical21
and are looking forward to continuing the dialogue with the
#psoriasis
community around redefining patient care.
Veterans, thank you for your service and sacrifice. We are grateful today and every day. This
#VeteransDay
, read from three of our many veterans at UCB as they share their transition from the military to the civilian workforce. Meet our heroes:
Patients are at the heart of everything we do, inspiring us, driving our scientific discovery, and leading us to rethink the patient experience. We're at
#AAD2019
this week to share our approach to immuno-dermatology.
@AADmember
At UCB, we have a patient-first mindset. Together with
@IVI_health
, we share how we are ensuring patients are the center focus of value assessments in the latest from our Voices on Value series.
We're committed to continuously working to advance science and embrace new knowledge. And, we're proud to play a part in supporting future scientists so they can one day help further scientific understanding and uncover new discoveries.
#STEM
#AtlSciFest
Our President and Head of U.S. Operations Duane Barnes joined Jim Hall from Pharma Strategy Group this morning at the Pharma Executive Session at the
@pcmanet
sPCMA Business Forum to talk about value. Introduced on stage by
@Betty_Nguyen
.
Attending
#ACR21
? Join UCB for a virtual symposium this Sunday, Nov. 7, 12:30 – 1:30 P.M. EST, to hear about the evolving pathobiology of axial
#spondyloarthritis
(axSpA) and more. 🗓️ Register using the link below.
See how we're supporting
#STEM
education to help advance the next generation of scientists, who may find solutions for patients living with severe diseases one day. We'll be sharing our approach
@ATLSciFest
#ATLSciFest
this Saturday. 🧪 Learn more:
For Joy, understanding has always allowed her to keep moving forward. Although she still experiences complications living with UC, she is hopeful that life will continue to get better. Read how patients are at the heart of everything she does:
Our Head of U.S. Immunology, Camille Lee, shares her thoughts on what the future may hold for
#dermatology
in light of the pandemic. Read more:
#FallClinical20
At UCB, we constantly push to raise the bar and innovate for the patients we serve by seeking to understand and address the unmet needs of people living with immunological diseases. Hear from Rhonda Peebles, Head of U.S.
#Dermatology
at UCB.
#AADVMX2021
Today, we were pleased to host local, state, and federal stakeholders at our growing Bedford research site. We look forward to what's on the horizon for patients as we work together as a
#biotech
community to accelerate and expand innovation in Massachusetts.
Meeting unmet needs for those impacted by Dravet syndrome is a top priority at UCB. This
#DravetAwarenessMonth
, read about our commitment to families and their loved ones diagnosed with Dravet syndrome.
#curedravet
Patty's passion for patients stems from her time as a nurse. She believes in going beyond just treating a person or their symptoms, and instead, seeing the person as a whole to find solutions. Read how patients are at the heart of everything she does:
UCB is hosting a dinner symposium on understanding and treating psoriatic disease in a new generation of patients. Hear from our expert panel from 7-9p in the Renaissance Ballroom.
#AAD2019
Register now:
This year marks 20 years of UCB's continued commitment to helping those living with or caring for someone with epilepsy or a rare syndrome pursue their education goals. Applications are now being accepted through March 15th. Learn more about how to apply:
New methods over the past decade such as the
#digitization
of patient records and
#clinical
trials and the growth of wearable devices have changed the pharmaceutical industry. Learn more from UCB’s Mike Branson on how we’re staying curious as we look toward the future of data.
ICYMI: UCB’s Anita Moser and
@ZSAssociates
in
@PharmExec
sharing how data-driven insights help us serve people living with severe, neurological diseases. Learn more about our digitalization journey and some of the lessons learned.
#RareDiseaseDay
is more than just a day at UCB and it is personal. Join us as we raise awareness of rare diseases like
#MyastheniaGravis
(MG) 365-days-a-year 👍
It is a pleasure to be taking part in
#AADVMX2021
. At UCB, we're excited to be advancing science in
#dermatology
and working to improve the future of those living with debilitating diseases.
Read more about Glenda’s experience living with MG and her journey to diagnosis in this article via
@MyastheniaGNews
. Glenda was recently appointed as one of two patient advocates to the Rare Disease Advisory Council of Massachusetts.
#MGawareness
Digital technology is changing every aspect of our lives, and in some cases, creating new expectations for
#healthcare
. Learn how we are building out our
#digitalecosystem
to transform how patients experience care in an ever-changing system.
#DigitalTransformation
We're here
@amcporg
#AMCPAnnual
meeting this week. UCB is committed to promoting access for patients living with severe diseases, like Victor, to the right medicine at the right time.
Our researchers are connecting science to solutions for patients. See how our labs in Massachusetts are developing new platforms and technologies that we hope one day will lead to cures for severe neurodegenerative and immunological diseases:
As part of
#PsoriasisActionMonth
, we'd like to introduce to you
@AlishaMBridges
. She's an award-winning writer and community advocate, who recently shared her story with us about the day
#psoriasis
"stopped stopping her." Read More:
We are committed to finding solutions for patients living with neurological diseases, including epilepsy. That’s why we’re sponsoring the Palatucci Advocacy Leadership Forum and other
@AANMember
leadership programs.
#AANAM
Lynne’s son Nick lives with
#myastheniagravis
– a rare auto-immune neuromuscular disease. As he heads
#backtoschool
, there’s added preparation needed to ensure he has a successful school year. Learn about the special steps caregivers and parents are taking this academic year ➡️
With
@Microsoft
, we are exploring how to combine diverse
#research
data sets and uncover a deeper understanding of the biological causes of severe diseases. UCB’s Head of Research Analytics, Dr. Wang Yuan, shares how we're using data and AI to accelerate drug discovery:
UCB is committed to addressing unmet needs for people living with different forms of arthritis. Read more from U.S. Head of Rheumatology, Gene Rhie, as he discusses the impact of living with arthritis and our efforts to help people living with this disease.
This
#VeteransDay
, UCB is spotlighting Lawford Ricafort, former Navy serviceman and current Neurology Ecosystem Lead in the– Pacific West at UCB. Read about how Ricafort is using his passion for service to improve the lives of those living with
#epilepsy
.
#EpilepsyAwarenessMonth
At
#MauiDerm
, we are joining the
#dermatology
community to connect with
#HCPs
around the country. Advancing new scientific breakthroughs for
#psoriatic
disease is a collaborative effort and one that we are proud to be a part of.
UCB's Chichi Okafor is passionate about our
#digital
business transformation (DBT) because of the opportunities to create more value for patients by harnessing
#data
in new ways. Click below to learn more about our DBT journey and meet some of our team.
#digitaltransformation