Nathalie Bere obtained a first degree in Psychology (BSc) followed by a Master’s degree in Public Health (MSc). Nathalie has been working at the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for over 16 years and is currently responsible for the interaction and involvement of patients and consumers in EMA activities.
Since January 2009, Nathalie has been dedicated to supporting the Agency’s engagement with patients and consumers via a network of over 37 European patients and consumers organisations, including management of the Agency’s “Patients and Consumers Working Party” (PCWP). Her work involves not only the daily interactions with patients, but also developing and monitoring the scope of involvement of these stakeholders within the various Agency activities, such as participation in scientific advisory groups, committee consultations and the review of medicines information for patients.
During the past few years there has been a significant increase in patient participation and Nathalie iscommitted to further strengthening this involvement, with particular emphasis on ensuring adequate training and support is given to those who participate.
