One pharma firm chose to settle a case brought by a former sales rep, who alleged the firm chose doctors for paid speaking engagements in a dubious manner. The price tag: nearly $1 billion.

Pharma Forum, a mainstay in the medical-meetings niche since 2005, will tackle the most pressing issues faced by pharmaceutical and medical-device event organizers in today’s business environment.

Following up on one of last year’s top sessions, the Pharma Forum conference this September will have doctors reveal their preferences and expectations for in-person and virtual meetings. Here is some of the best HCP commentary from last year’s...

McVeigh’s Pat Schaumann—the creator of the Healthcare Meetings Compliance Certificate program for both planners and venues—on how to handle the biggest trouble spots for medical events.

A center for ophthalmology and laparoscopy in the city’s Museum District has debuted more than 7,000 square feet for education and networking.

Just south of the Oakland Bridge, the sports, technology, and medical hot spot is now home to Luma Hotel San Francisco.

As a result of a merger, the event planning company is now part of The Creative Engagement Group.

The investigator-meeting specialist and co-chair of September’s Pharma Forum conference talks about the challenges of planner staffing, staying ahead of regulatory changes—and the beauty of holding a plank.

Connected to the industry’s Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certification, the Verified Venues designation shows that a facility’s staff understands and can accommodate the specific needs of pharma, biotech, and medical-device meetings.

Are you up to date on ethics rules for medical-technology companies as they interact with healthcare providers at meetings and training events?