An interview with our CEO Gery de Jong

On the occasion of our launch, we sat down with our CEO, Gery de Jong, to share her insights and vision for ictaro. Here’s what she had to say:

❓ Why is now the right time to focus on cardiovascular health?
💡 “Cardiovascular diseases are the world’s leading cause of death, affecting millions every year. With an aging population and rising risk factors, there’s an urgent need for smarter, more effective solutions. Now is the time to push the boundaries of cardiovascular care and improve patient outcomes."

❓ And what is ictaro’s approach to addressing these challenges?
💡 “We believe that advancing cardiovascular health requires collaboration. By connecting researchers, healthcare providers, sponsors and investigators, we can find and create lasting improvements in care that benefit patients everywhere.”

❓ You aim to improve heart health by facilitating clinical trials. What types of studies do you focus on?
💡 "We research solutions along the entire care chain and cover a wide range of cardiovascular indications. Our strengths include pre-hospital studies for emergency care, investigator-led research using cost-effective models and eHealth studies for remote patient monitoring and data collection."

❓ What do you hope to achieve with ictaro?
💡 “To evolve cardiovascular care! I aim for us to be at the forefront of solutions that bridge the gap between research and real-world patient care. Together, we can set better standards. I invite everyone to join us in our mission and contribute to a future where heart health is within everyone's reach. Connect with me here or get in touch via: www.ictaro.com."

Gery’s passion and dedication to this cause are truly inspiring! We’re excited to have her at the helm as we work towards a healthier future for all. 🌍 ❤️