Speaker

Marie-Hélène Dugal, manager, pharmacy benefit strategy, Medavie Blue Cross

Marie-Hélène Dugal is a seasoned leader with more than 20 years of experience at Medavie Blue Cross, where she has become a trusted expert in benefits management, particularly in pharmacy and drug management. As manager of pharmacy benefit strategy, she oversees the management of pharmacy benefits across Medavie Blue Cross's private plans nationwide, bringing a deep understanding of the evolving landscape of health benefits.

Since joining the pharmacy benefit strategy team in 2013, Dugal has played a pivotal role in shaping strategies that balance affordability with access to care. She leverages her extensive background in dental and health-care claims, pharmacy benefits management and product management to develop innovative solutions that address cost containment while maintaining quality care.

Dugal is widely recognized for her ability to demystify complex concepts in both English and French, making her a highly sought-after speaker. She draws on her vast experience to bring insights on the challenges and opportunities of balancing affordability in a changing benefits landscape, providing practical strategies for employers, providers and stakeholders alike.