Is Medical Affairs doing it all wrong?

In this episode, Carol Heggie joins Tom Caravela to delve into the complex world of medical affairs. Carol shares insights on whether the field is on the right track, highlighting challenges and common misunderstandings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of building valuable relationships and strategic partnerships in medical affairs. They explore the debate on metrics, addressing gaps, and the critical role of MSLs in career development amidst budget constraints. The episode also touches on public perception and the inherent risks faced by MSLs. Carol concludes with reflections on the indispensable value MSLs bring to the industry.

Today’s guest is Carol Heggie, Vice President Medical Affairs who shares her thoughts on how Medical Affairs can evolve

Carol shares….

👉 Where does MSL and Medical Affairs Value come from?
👉 The misconceptions that exist in the medical affairs world
👉 Why the MSL position is a “Gateway” role
👉 Potential road blocks for medical affairs
👉 What she thinks the future looks like for Medical Affairs

The podcast is available through the links below and anywhere podcasts can be found:

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️ ️ 〰️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/dhaWVJU

MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.

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(0:00) Introduction and guest overview with Carol Heagy
(1:04) Carol Heagy's background and shout out to listeners
(2:56) Is medical affairs doing it all wrong?
(3:24) Challenges and misunderstandings within medical affairs
(7:24) The importance of value in medical affairs relationships
(9:48) Addressing gaps and the metrics debate in medical affairs
(15:35) Misconceptions and the importance of strategic partnerships
(23:12) The MSL role in career development and future challenges
(30:13) Impact of budget constraints and importance of investment
(32:56) Public perception and risks in the MSL role
(36:05) Final words on the value of MSLs and closing remarks