LAVAL, QC, Nov. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Neurochem Inc. today announces the departure of Philippe Calais, PhD. Pharm., Neurochem’s President, Global Business. Dr. Calais joined Neurochem in 2003, and is leaving effective December 31, 2007, to pursue other interests.
“Dr. Calais has made a significant contribution to creating constructive relationships for Neurochem in international markets and we are grateful for having had the benefit of his expertise during the five years he has been with us,” said Dr. Francesco Bellini, Neurochem’s Chairman, President and CEO. “We wish him every success in his new pursuits.”
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Neurochem Inc. is a global health company focused on the research, development and commercialization of products to provide innovative health solutions to patients suffering from serious diseases.
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Vice President, Corporate Communications lhebert@neurochem.com
CONTACT: Lise Hebert, Ph.D., Vice President, Corporate Communications,
(450) 680-4572, lhebert@neurochem.com
