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We believe that the personal experiences of our employees are the powerful driving force behind their commitment to patient care. Each story of resilience motivates us to challenge the limits of innovation. We strive to push the boundaries of possibility to redefine what it means to live with different health conditions.

 

Our individual and collective experiences foster a culture of empathy and understanding, reminding us of the profound importance of patient-centered care in all that we do. Together, we aim to transform these personal inspirations into impact to improve the lives of patients globally through groundbreaking innovation. 

Anna's story
Anna Braeken
I’ve always been passionate about health and living well, but my passion for healthcare became deeply personal the day my dad told me his new glasses “just didn’t work”. Everyone needs purpose in what they do. For me, it’s having an impact on patients’ lives. Dad, I’m inspired by you.”
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Inspired By You - Anna's Story
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Anna Braeken, Bayer’s Head of Ophthalmology, knows first-hand the devastating impact a neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD) diagnosis can have on a loved one. When her father was diagnosed with AMD, she found that her father didn't have all the information he needed. It made her realize how critical education is not just for patients, but for the people that care for them. Her dad’s diagnosis and experience gave Anna deep purpose to improve outcomes for patients experiencing vision loss worldwide.

 

Learn more about how Anna’s father’s AMD journey influenced her purpose.