Search Amgen Worldwide Web Resources INVESTORS MEDIA PARTNERS CAREERS ABOUT SCIENCE PRODUCTS RESPONSIBILITY HOW WE OPERATE HOME ABOUT HOW WE OPERATE BUSINESS ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE Business Ethics and Compliance Letter from Cynthia Patton, Amgen's Chief Compliance Officer Cynthia Patton, Amgen's Chief Compliance Officer Amgen is a company full of passionate and committed people. Having an opportunity to help people is very motivating, and knowing we can make a difference in a patient’s health is inspiring. Each of us knows and understands the responsibility we have in the healthcare industry. Our mission, to serve patients, is supported by our commitment to conducting business ethically and ensuring compliance with the laws and regulations that govern our business and industry. Amgen’s leadership, including its Board of Directors, is committed to promoting an ethical culture. As Amgen’s Chief Compliance Officer, I oversee our Worldwide Compliance & Business Ethics Program, which is grounded in our Values. At Amgen, it is everyone’s responsibility to do the right thing by conducting business ethically, and we take it very seriously. There are a number of resources available that help staff members do the right thing, including: Amgen’s Code of Conduct; compliance websites and training courses; Amgen's compliance policies; guidance from managers and dedicated compliance professionals; and Amgen's Business Conduct Hotline. We recognize there is a broad range of stakeholders who have an interest in how we manage and operate our business. We are pleased to share with you an overview of our Worldwide Compliance & Business Ethics Program. ABOUT Overview The Amgen Difference Quick Facts Mission and Values Leadership How We Operate Corporate Governance Business Ethics and Compliance Annual Declaration of Compliance Elements of an Effective Compliance Program Amgen’s Culture of Compliance Staff Code of Conduct Corporate Compliance Policies Reporting a Concern Policies, Practices and Disclosures Awards and Accolades Amgen History About Overview The Amgen Difference Quick Facts Mission and Values Leadership How We Operate Awards and Accolades Amgen History Science Overview Research and Development Strategy Pipeline Scientific Advisory Boards Amgen Science Clinical Trials Manufacturing Biosimilars Products Overview Medical Information Global Patient Safety Counterfeit Drug Statement Safety Data Sheets Responsibility Overview Amgen’s Commitment to Patients 2016 Responsibility Highlights Report Amgen Foundation Access to Medicine Environment Supplier Sustainability Grants and Giving Safety and Wellness Reporting and Metrics Investors Media Partners Careers Stay Connected Contact Us Follow @Amgen © 2021 Amgen Inc. All Rights Reserved Privacy Statement Terms of Use