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HCG

Healthcare communications partner for pharma

Overview

HCG is an Omnicom Group partner that helps pharmaceutical and biotech companies spread medical science and speed up the real-world impact of new medicines. It works at the crossroads of people, purpose, science, and technology to shape how information about therapies is shared with healthcare professionals and patients. Its services include medical communications, strategy, creative, and digital campaigns designed to translate complex research into clear, compliant messaging across multiple channels, ensuring the right information reaches the right audiences. What sets HCG apart is its deep focus on connecting science to real-world outcomes within the wide Omnicom network, using data-driven and multichannel approaches to coordinate across disciplines and platforms. The company’s goal is to move medicine closer to patients by accelerating the impact of science and helping pharma realize the promise of innovative medicines.

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About HCG

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Why HCG is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

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Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1987

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What believers are saying

  • Pharmaphorum highlighted HCG on 2026-11-06, signaling continued market relevance after integration.
  • Seven-agency consolidation can streamline delivery, pitch larger programs, and improve margins in 2026.
  • HCG's oncology and medical-affairs positioning matches pharma demand for specialized evidence communication.

What critics are saying

  • Omnicom folded HCG into a larger 2026 organization, erasing standalone brand leverage.
  • Leadership migrated into Omnicom Health Medical Communications in 2026, increasing internal cannibalization risk.
  • Agency rivals like Syneos Health Communications and Ashfield Medical Communications pressure pricing and talent retention.

What makes HCG unique

  • HCG unified seven agencies in 2024, spanning medical affairs, publications, regulatory, and digital.
  • Its 2026 integration into Omnicom Health Medical Communications preserves specialist scientific communications capabilities.
  • HCG serves pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and device clients with global medical-communications expertise.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Remote Work Options

Company News

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