The importance of developing effective pharmacovigilance systems has been fuelled by an increased focus on drug safety and the ever-changing regulatory environment. SMi’s inaugural Pharmacovigilance conference will explore key issues such as inspections, risk management, the use of Independent Data Monitoring Committees and establishing relationships with regulatory bodies. Attend and gain insights that will enhance your management skills and facilitate a more successful drug development strategy.

Why should you attend this event?

Hear the latest updates on pharmacovigilance systems in the industry Explore ways in which you can optimise your own pharmacovigilance activities Discuss the potential impact of impending regulatory changes Learn more about the relationship between drug safety and pharmacovigilance Network with industry associates and discuss experiences

Hear keynote addresses from:

• Andrew P Marr, Director, Global e-Regulatory Development, Global Regulatory Operations, GlaxoSmithKline
• Jacques Wodelet, Head of Quality Intelligence, Merck Serono

Our expert speaker line-up also includes:

Benoit Nauge, Senior Manager, Compliance GRDC - Global Compliance Auditing, Amgen Nicky Wallis, Medical Director, Oncology, Pfizer Petra Heyen, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and PharmacoVigilance, Therabel Pharma John Drake,  Safety Operations Physician Manager,  F. Hoffmann-La Roche William C Maier, Managing Director, MAPI-EPI Ian Ford, Director, Robertson Centre for Biostatistics Lucy Hampshire, Quality Consultant, Eli Lilly Sian Ratcliffe, Senior Director, Safety and Risk Management Lead, Pfizer

Who should attend?

 Heads, Managers, Directors and Vice Presidents of:

Pharmacovigilance Regulatory Affairs Drug Safety Risk Management Drug Surveillance

Pharmacoepidemiology Drug Development Post-marketing Safety Operations Compliance

Quality Assurance Medical Affairs Epidemiology Clinical Trials Research and Development

Venue details

Crowne Plaza St James London 45-51 Buckingham Gate London SW1E 6AF Tel: +44 (0) 207 834 6655 Fax: +44 (0) 207 6307 www.london.crowneplaza.com

Crowne Plaza St James London is a traditional deluxe hotel right in the heart of the city, perfectly situated for all your business and leisure needs.  In the heart of Westminster, it is just a stones throw away from Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and Victoria Station.

The hotel boasts three excellent restaurants. Bistro 51 with British and European cuisine, the Michelin Starred Indian restaurant Quilon serving south coastal Indian food and Bank Westminster with a modern British menu.  A beautiful, award-winning, courtyard garden surrounds the Victorian buildings of the Crowne Plaza London St James - a peaceful oasis in the centre of London.
 
Nearest train stations:
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes’ walk
• Waterloo Station, 10 minutes by car

Underground stations:
• St James’s Park, 5 minutes’ walk (District and Circle lines)
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes' walk (Victoria, District and Circle lines)

SMi discounted rates include Continental Breakfast & VAT
£ 205.63 / Standard room / night for single occupancy
£ 229.13 Executive  room / night for single occupancy

Book your accommodation at SMi discounted rates by calling us on +44 (0)870 9090 713, sending a fax to +44 (0)870 9090 714 or emailing hotels@smi-online.co.uk.