From Purpose to Impact: In Sickness, In Health and the Role of Science | Lotis Ramin | TEDxUPV Women
In her TEDx talk, Lotis Ramin shares how the loss of her brother, mother, and father pushed her to turn personal grief into purposeful impact. Despite a career in healthcare, she felt helpless when it mattered most. As President of AstraZeneca Philippines, she led efforts during the pandemic to secure COVID-19 vaccines through a groundbreaking public-private partnership. Today, her mission extends beyond COVID—leveraging science, innovation, and partnerships to detect diseases earlier and save lives. Her story is a powerful reminder: purpose, when paired with action, creates lasting impact and helps others hold on to the moments that matter most. Lotis Ramin is the Country President of AstraZeneca in the Philippines and the President of PHAPCares Foundation. As a leader in the healthcare industry, she is dedicated to driving innovation and ensuring access to life-saving medicines. Her extensive experience spans pharmaceutical operations, public health advocacy, and corporate social responsibility.Under her leadership, AstraZeneca has strengthened its commitment to improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare in the Philippines. Through PHAPCares Foundation, Lotis champions health initiatives aimed at benefiting underserved communities across the country. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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