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When Sumaira started having vision issues for which she had no answer she visited multiple specialists. As her vision worsened Sumaira faced a hard truth: she was seriously ill, scared and needed answers. After additional evaluations, she learned she had NMOSD. True to her nature, Sumaira channeled this diagnosis into new purpose.
Sumaira shared her emotional journey with us, from the frustration of the initial diagnosis and worry about her future, to the fight for answers, the fatigue and isolation of learning how to manage the disease, and the desire to be a part of the decision-making process. She felt there was limited support or information for people living with the disease and took matters into her own hands by launching her own foundation to provide resources for the patient community.
We learned a lot listening to Sumaira and other NMOSD patients as part of our own Alexion journey. We know that living with a disease like NMOSD is not just about the medicine. As a leading rare disease partner, we can and should step up with support services that not only help people living with the disease manage through the day, but help them live their best lives. And so, as we partner with NMOSD community, we are committed to continued collaboration to build innovative tools and networks that answer their call.
Thanks so much for reading my latest article from my #RareInspirationChangingLives LinkedIn series. I look forward to sharing more in the months to come.
- Anne-Marie Law, Executive Vice President & Chief Human Experience Officer
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Ultimately, our goal is to reshape how we approach our work and restate our responsibilities within a rare disease patient’s journey. This means better orienting around patient needs, rather than around traditional functions, and engaging our people in new ways to create truly distinctive solutions that support our strategic imperatives. As we work to foster a closer link between employees and the patient communities we serve, I look forward to sharing more stories with you.
We know that anyone who works at Alexion can create an impact for good. It is our responsibility as a company to cultivate this with a supportive, enriching environment where employees can deliver profound change for patients.
I’m inspired by the motivation and energy thus far and excited to share our journey with you. Thanks for reading. Please stay tuned for my next post!
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