Innovation is in our DNA
Verma Drugs, established in 1979 by renowned chemist and pharmacist Komninos Gamvroulis, specializes in providing high-quality solutions for patients with End Stage Renal Disease. Over the past 45 years, our unwavering commitment to core principles, coupled with robust collaborations, has propelled our growth and solidified our position as a leader in the Greek dialysis industry.
Our Mission is twofold: to significantly improve the quality of life for renal patients and to effectively support the medical professionals who care for them. We strive to be at the forefront of renal disease treatment by continually innovating and improving our practices.
Our company is distinguished by the superior quality and innovation of our products, the reliability and integrity of our commercial transactions, and our unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service. Our objective is to consistently lead our field and maintain our esteemed credibility at every level.
Komninos Gamvroulis, Founder, Verma Drugs
Our Commitment to Employee Excellence
At Verma Drugs, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where every employee can maximize their performance and thrive as part of a cohesive team.
Our People: The Core of Our Growth and Innovation
Our employees are our greatest asset and the true source of our growth and innovation. We seek and retain individuals with high levels of expertise and know-how. Through competency-based interviews and assessments, we ensure alignment with our core corporate values:
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- Integrity
- Innovation
- Achievement Orientation
- Customer Service Orientation
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Change Management
- Initiative
Commitment to Development
As leaders in the renal care market, we are deeply committed to the continuous development of our team. Our employees are the driving force behind our success, and our primary goal is to foster an environment where everyone understands their contribution to the company’s objectives.
Career Growth and Continuous Feedback
We encourage all employees to actively engage in their career development plans and provide them with regular feedback to track their progress. We also heavily invest in training and development programs to ensure our team remains at the cutting edge of the industry.
At Verma Drugs, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on people’s lives by ensuring they enjoy better health. We foster a culture of responsibility and integrity within the workplace, motivating our employees to engage with the communities we serve through volunteering, fundraising, and various environmental programs. We firmly believe that sustainability can only thrive within a healthy society. Our CSR strategy focuses on the following pillars:
Our People
When “I” becomes “We,” everything is possible!
Our employees are the driving force behind everything we do. We share the same vision and values, continually inspiring each other toward operational excellence. We are committed to ethical behavior, volunteerism, and positive interactions that strengthen our relationships within the communities we serve. Our goal is to remain a learning organization that continuously develops its human capital and fosters knowledge exchange.
Our Communities
We work together to help create a brighter future.
We engage in activities that improve society through volunteerism, corporate initiatives, and fundraising. We support charities, donate equipment to local schools and hospitals, and participate in programs that promote sports, education, and culture, particularly supporting sensitive population groups.
As a responsible corporate citizen, we:
– Provide reliable and affordable pharmaceutical products
– Engage in philanthropic activities
– Embrace cultural diversity
– Select ethical business partners
Hug from the Heart Initiative
Recognizing the difficulties and hardships of our times, we launched the “Hug from the Heart” initiative in 2012. Based on charitable contributions from our team, this initiative has offered a helping hand to people in need, proving that each one of us can make a difference. Our goal is to continually expand the reach of this initiative.
Think Green – and Give Earth a Chance
Environmental protection is a crucial part of our CSR strategy. We focus on minimizing the environmental impact of our operations, even though Verma Drugs is a non-polluting industry. We strive to improve our industrial methods and become more environmentally friendly.
Environmental Policy
Verma recognizes its responsibility to operate in an environmentally friendly manner. We fully comply with regional and international regulations, focusing on minimizing our environmental footprint. Our production processes are based on sustainability principles, utilizing energy-efficient methodologies, rigorous machinery maintenance schedules, and a proprietary risk management system.
We employ sustainable methods for raw material selection and implement eco-friendly production processes by investing in cutting-edge technology. We monitor our entire waste management lifecycle, from collection to transportation and disposal. We partner with firms specializing in the safe disposal of waste, including unsuitable drugs. We collect solid non-hazardous waste and recycle batteries, stationery, electric appliances, machinery, and old vehicles.
Verma promotes environmental awareness among its employees, partners, and clients, believing that everyone needs to be involved in environmental sustainability efforts.
1978
Verma Drugs established by Komninos Gamvroulis, beginning acetic acid dialysis solution production.
1986
Started production of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) dialysis solutions.
1987
Launched Vermalton and peritoneal dialysis (PD) solutions.
1989
Expanded into amino acid production.
1990
Introduced acidic dialysis solutions.
1992
Formed a strategic partnership with Terumo.
1998
Achieved GMP and ISO compliance.
1999
Established a state-of-the-art 7,000 m² production facility.
2000
Launched the Verma Cart.
2000
Partnered with Medionics.
2001
Introduced Vermafil and collaborated with Asahi Rexeed Dialyzers.
2002
Launched the Verma-Ci-Cart.
2005
Introduced Vermasol and Set PD products.
2006
Launched the VermaBag.
2007
Expanded into international markets and strengthened R&D capabilities.
2007
Collaborated with Hbiofluids for Vermathen
2008
Partnered with Hbiofluids for the Vermalin and Vermalton brand.
2012
Launched the Verma-Ci-Bag.
2016
Introduced the VermaClean Series.
2017
Launched VermaCitra, CitraVit, and Verma-C Solutions.
2018
Partnered with Ecotrade in Serbia.
2019
Expanded B2B activities with Ariti and Alkaloid; made strategic investments in Newsol and Dialife.
2020
Established the Polyxenia Renal Clinic.
2021
Launched the PD VermaCap.
2022
Began manufacturing DEMO dialysis solutions.
2023
Enhanced export activities through partnerships with KK Farma and Iperboreal.