Dr. Anne Thorez 

Senior Director, Patient Engagement

Anne Thorez possesses over 25 years of extensive experience within the pharmaceutical industry, specializing predominantly in renal and rare diseases. Her career spans various crucial roles, including supporting VCLS clients in formulating sustainable patient engagement strategies deeply integrated into the product development process.

With a background in Biology, Anne has established herself as a pivotal figure in patient engagement consulting, delivering strategic guidance to healthcare companies to enhance their patient-focused initiatives. Her expertise lies in fostering collaborations between clients and patient organizations, offering comprehensive analyses of patient landscapes.

Throughout her career, Anne has advocated for integrating patient perspectives into regulatory and HTA pathways, emphasizing the importance of understanding patient views and preferences in clinical trial designs, recruitment, and retention strategies.

Her extensive experience, ranging from direct customer interaction to strategic roles in multinational groups and start-ups, has enabled her to provide meaningful insights and create holistic patient engagement roadmaps aligned with clinical, regulatory, and market access objectives. Anne is a valued member of the Avicenna Public & Patient Involvement (PPI) Task Force, showcasing her commitment to driving patient-centered approaches within the healthcare industry.