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News|Articles|June 25, 2026
The Rise of Direct-to-Patient Models in Pharma: Opportunities and Risks in Bypassing Traditional Distribution Channels
Author(s)Nicholas Jacobus
Once a niche pilot, direct-to-patient drug distribution is now a defining strategic priority, with manufacturers building the right infrastructure standing to capture margin, data, and patient relationships that used to belong to intermediaries.
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Once viewed as an experimental approach reserved for niche therapies, direct-to-patient (DTP) drug distribution is rapidly becoming one of the most consequential strategic shifts in modern pharmaceuticals.
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