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Genzyme Corporation · Cambridge, MA United States ·(NASDAQ (GS): GENZ)

Company Description

500 Kendall St.
Cambridge, MA
02142
United States (Map)
Phone: 617-252-7500
Fax: 617-252-7600
Rankings
  • #305 in FT Global 500
  • S&P 500
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Genzyme makes big money off small-time diseases. The company's product portfolio focuses on rare genetic disorders as well as kidney disease, cancer, and biosurgery. One of its main products, Cerezyme, is a leading (and pricey) treatment for Gaucher's disease, a rare enzyme-deficiency condition. Founded in 1981, Genzyme also is involved in drug development and genetic testing and other services. In addition, the company develops gene-based cancer diagnosis and treatment products, renal care therapies, and orthopedic biological surgery products. Genzyme's products are sold to healthcare professionals in some 100 countries, primarily through wholesale distributors. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Genzyme Corporation Financials

Company TypePublic - NASDAQ (GS): GENZ

Headquarters
Fiscal Year-EndDecember
2008 Sales (mil.)$4,605.0
2008 Employees11,000

Genzyme Corporation Executives

33 executives listed for Genzyme Corporation's Cambridge, MA location.
TitleName & BioContact
Chairman, President, and CEOHenri TermeerNetwork
EVP Finance and CFOMichael WyzgaNetwork
EVP Research and Chief Scientific OfficerSandford SmithNetwork

Competition

Competitive Landscape for Genzyme Corporation
Demand is driven by population demographics and advances in medical knowledge and technology. The profitability of individual companies depends on the ability to develop superior products. Large companies have economies of scale in manufacturing and R&D. Small companies can compete successfully by specializing in a particular market segment, or through technical innovation. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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