MS. SAMAH RAGAB, MPP

Position: Regulatory Affairs and Pharmacovigilance Director, Middle East - Organon
Categories: Speakers 2024

A pharmaceutical industry executive with more than 19 years of experience in both public and private Pharmaceutical Sector. Pharmacist by education, obtained master’s degree in public policy from the American University in Cairo

Led key initiatives in development and implementation of pharmaceutical regulations, planning and implementation of Health system reforms, and shaping regulatory policy. Working in a company specialized in Women Health innovation, she is also aspired to lead in regulatory and policy shaping for innovative health solutions and digital transformation of pharmaceutical industry.

She was a former General Director of Health products and Biopharmaceutics Registration Department, represented the Egyptian Drug Authority in regional and international scientific and policy discussions with Health Agencies and WHO. Held other several key positions in the public pharmaceutical sector such as Director for the Pharmaceutical Supply Reform National Program and Policy Technical Office Director.

She led and coached big teams, taught pharmaceutical policy and regulations and mentored large number of young professionals to accomplish and grow.

Innovation Ambassador, Women in STEM Advocate and mentor

Founder in STEM her Up, STEM mentoring foundation for women and girls in Egypt