Adam Walker’s Pharma Prescribed Podcast

Pharma Prescribed with Dr. Daniel Fox, CEO of CRPN Network; The currency of trust in Pharma through the lens of patients & caregivers

I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
Dr. Daniel Fox, CEO of CRPN Central is a leader redefining clinical research through decentralised, patient-first platforms.
With a background in medicine, policy, and digital innovation, Dr. Fox is building scalable ecosystems that restore trust and transparency in trials.
His work bridges the technical and the human, empowering communities to take part in research that reflects their needs and values.
CRPN’s network spans thousands of professionals, and its mission is clear: restore trust, streamline operations, and make trials truly inclusive.
From platform design to public health advocacy, Dr. Fox brings clarity to complexity and compassion to clinical strategy.
 
 

Pharma Prescribed with Ryan Parke, The Men's Coach; The crisis in men's mental health & the hidden hope everyone should hear

A warning, that this episode discusses important but potentially difficult topics including suicide.
I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
Ryan Parke is a TEDx speaker, award-winning coach, and a leading voice in men’s mental health. He is the author of the book “How to help him – the book for women worried about a man.”
After losing a close friend to suicide in 2019, Ryan launched a deep investigation into why traditional approaches often fail men.
His evidence-based framework draws from many hundreds of sources and challenges outdated views on testosterone, showing it’s not a driver of aggression but a vital hormone for calm, resilience, and heart health.
Ryan’s 90-day coaching program helps men overcome depression, beat procrastination, and reclaim their purpose. He’s worked with NHS Trusts, international schools, emergency services and is certified in Mental Health First Aid and Suicide First Aid.
For full disclosure, I have been working with Ryan for more than a year during one of the most difficult periods of my life – his guidance has been instructive, motivational and transformative both personally and professionally.

Pharma Prescribed with Wendy Turenne (Real World Wendy); Data vs Dogma: Wendy's Real World Reckoning

I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
Wendy Turenne, widely known in the industry as “Real World Wendy,” is a strategic force in real-world data and evidence generation.
Most recently, she served as Senior Vice President of Real World Data and Delivery Operations at Aetion, where she led global teams in transforming RWD into regulatory-grade evidence for pharma, biotech, and health authorities.
Prior to Aetion, Wendy held other pivotal roles at Evolent Health, Alere, and Children’s National Hospital, where she built analytics capabilities, scaled delivery operations, and advanced population health initiatives. Her career spans over 20 years across providers, payers, health tech, and government sectors—giving her a uniquely holistic view of the healthcare data ecosystem.
Now an independent consultant, Wendy advises life sciences companies on data maturity, evidence strategy, and operational readiness.
Whether guiding regulatory strategy or optimizing delivery models, Wendy continues to be a trusted voice in the evolving landscape of data-driven healthcare.

Pharma Prescribed with Jan Krikava Managing Director of Docuply; Automation, Audit Trails & the Art of Documentation

I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
Today, we’re joined by Jan Krikava, co-founder and managing director of Docuply—a document automation platform purpose-built for the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
With a degree in software engineering and a background in enterprise IT, he’s spent over a decade optimizing digital workflows for regulated industries. Before launching Docuply, Jan led product and strategy teams across Europe, helping life sciences organizations modernize their compliance infrastructure without compromising security or speed.
In an industry where compliance isn’t optional and audits can stall progress, Docuply offers a smarter way forward. Designed for CROs, biotech startups, and pharma service providers, Docuply delivers a fully compliant pre-validated electronic quality management system (eQMS)
Jan’s vision is clear: simplify quality workflows, reduce audit risk, and empower teams to focus on innovation.

Pharma Prescribed with Dr Andrée Bates CEO of Eularis; Forecasting the future: AI, Pharma and the Human Edge

I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
Dr. Andrée Bates is a pioneering force in pharmaceutical AI, known for transforming how life sciences companies harness data to drive growth, innovation, and patient outcomes.
As Founder and CEO of Eularis, Dr. Bates has spent over two decades helping top-tier pharma and biotech firms solve complex commercial challenges using artificial intelligence.
With a PhD in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science, and a career that began in medical writing and digital transformation, she’s long been at the forefront of healthcare innovation.
Dr. Bates lectures in MBA programs on health innovation and AI, and contributing thought leadership, her work reflecting a rare blend of scientific rigor, commercial insight, and visionary thinking.

Pharma Prescribed with Paul McCormack; Founder & Coach, in10tion Performance - Coaching, Clarity, Courage & Clean Living

I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
Paul McCormack, founder of in10tion Performance, whose journey from alcohol-fuelled routines to intentional, alcohol-free living has sparked a movement in personal transformation. After just 30 days without alcohol, Paul experienced such a profound shift in clarity, energy, and purpose that he never looked back. Now, he coaches others to unlock their full potential—without the booze.
In the UK, over 20% of adults report drinking more than the recommended weekly limit of 14 units.
Alcohol is linked to over 60 medical conditions, including high blood pressure, depression, and cancer.
Yet, just one month alcohol-free can lead to a 40% drop in liver fat, improved sleep, and better concentration.
Whether you're in pharma, coaching, or simply curious about the ripple effects of alcohol-free living, I hope this episode will offer insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on what it means to thrive.

Pharma Prescribed with Sverre Bengtsson; Digital first, human always, the new clinical frontier

I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
Sverre Bengtsson is a trailblazer in clinical trial innovation and digital transformation.
As Co Founder at Viedoc Technologies, he has helped shape one of the most widely adopted eClinical platforms in the world, streamlining trials across more than 80 countries and empowering thousands of research teams to work smarter and faster.
He serves as an active Board Member of ACDM (Association for Clinical Data Management). reflecting a deep commitment to advancing data integrity and operational excellence across clinical research.
With over three decades of experience, Sverre is also an active angel investor, backing more than 30 life science ventures across Europe.

Pharma Prescribed with Nuria Coll Bastus, CEO & Founder of Clinical Net; What happens when patients lead the way to trials?

I’m Adam Walker a Biometrics consultant, and this is the Pharma Prescribed Podcast—where leaders, innovators, and hidden voices in healthcare open up. No soundbites. No spin. Just raw insight—one prescription at a time.
In an industry driven by data, protocols, and pressure, we rarely pause to ask the human questions: What drives us? What breaks us? And what truths live behind the titles we wear?
 
Nuria Coll Bastus is an industry disruptor whose roots in academic research and oncogenomics have blossomed into a bold new vision for clinical trials.
Born in Spain and now based in the UK, Nuria brings a cross-cultural lens to one of pharma’s most persistent challenges: patient recruitment.
With over 12 years in drug development and a background in oncogenomics (Nuria holds an MBA that served as the launchpad for Clinical Net—a health-tech startup she founded to match patients with trials in under five minutes.
Globally, 80% of clinical trials are delayed due to recruitment issues, costing billions annually.
Nuria’s platform is changing that—automating access, centralizing data, and empowering both patients and practitioners.