Ivan D’Souza

Founder & Managing Director

In the wake of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, India has reinforced its position as the ‘Pharmacy of the World’, contributing over 20 percent of the global pharmaceutical supply and fulfilling nearly 60 percent of the world’s vaccine demand. Backed by government initiatives like 100 percent FDI, Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes, and the Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech Sector (PRIP), India’s pharmaceutical sector is on an accelerated growth path. However, navigating this highly regulated industry can be daunting for many pharma companies. This is where Iwana Consultancy Solutions steps in as a trusted partner by helping pharmaceutical businesses bridge gaps, streamline operations, and achieve compliance with global standards. Headquartered in Mumbai, Iwana Consultancy Solutions was founded by Ivan D’Souza, Founder & Managing Director, with a vision to bridge the communication gap between the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare professionals, practitioners, patients, and other stakeholders, making it a vital catalyst in India’s healthcare evolution.

Comprehensive Service Offerings

As a full-fledged medical communication and consulting firm, Iwana Consultancy Solutions offers a wide spectrum of services that include Scientific Writing, Medical Communications, Expert Opinion Engagement, Real World Evidence (RWE) Studies, and Biostatistics. Recognizing the diverse needs of its Indian clientele, Iwana Consultancy Solutions also provides a digital experience services such as infographics, animations, gamification, and digital marketing solutions. But among these, scientific writing remains Iwana Consultancy Solutions' primary forte and flagship offering, wherein it has an in-house team of PhD holders with extensive experience across various therapeutic areas. This expertise has enabled Iwana Consultancy Solutions to deliver high-quality manuscripts, review articles, posters, and abstracts that resonate with both national and international audiences. “With extensive experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors in India and abroad, our team ensures that the highest standards of expertise are delivered to help clients achieve their scientific and marketing objectives”, shares Ivan.

Building Trust & Long-Term Relationships

Client satisfaction lies at the heart of Iwana Consultancy Solutions' operations. Whether it is pharmaceutical companies, healthcare institutions, or medical device manufacturers, the company’s approach begins with understanding the unique challenges faced by each client. The team then crafts tailored solutions that address these challenges effectively. To maintain its edge, Iwana Consultancy Solutions conducts regular training programs to keep its professionals updated with the latest industry trends and compliance requirements, ensuring that the solutions offered are both relevant and impactful. “Our focus is on collective success, building strong, enduring relationships with our clients while ensuring positive patient outcomes. This philosophy has not only helped us expand our footprint in India but also across the US, UK, Japan and Australia”, Ivan further explains.

Driving Iwana from the Front

One of the primary factors driving the growth of Iwana Consultancy Solutions has been a vast cross-functional expertise that Ivan brings to the table. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from St. Xavier’s College in Mumbai and has also completed his Master’s degree in Clinical Research from Cranfield University, UK, Ivan boasts of having over 18 years of experience across strategy, business & product expansion, team building, sales, delivery, client servicing, training, development, and recruitment areas. Focused on healthcare solutions and real-world data applications to enhance overall health outcomes, he has also consulted globally, including in Japan, Europe, and the U.S. Over the years, Ivan has built a solid foundation in the clinical research, scientific writing, healthcare and space health industries, working in various leadership positions. In November 2023, he was an invited speaker for the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs at the UN/WHO conference where he discussed on the topic ‘Advancing Global Collaboration in Space Health Education’. Further, he was also invited last year to serve as a moderator and chair at the SIA-India, ISRO, and IN-SPACE conference on Biology and Space in New Delhi.

Expanding Horizons

Starting with partnerships in India, Iwana Consultancy Solutions has expanded globally by leveraging AI tools to enhance its service offerings. With a vision to empower more companies, Iwana Consultancy Solutions continue to forge bonds of clinical excellence, making Indian pharmaceutical communications truly world-class.