Managed Care MSLs-Past, Present and Future

In this episode, Todd Wandstrat delves into the intricate world of managed care and its intersection with the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) role. He offers a comprehensive overview of managed care's history, including health plans, PBMs, and integrated delivery networks. Todd shares insights into the evolving role of MSLs in this sector, highlighting the unique customer base and value proposition they bring. He discusses the necessary skills and career pathways for aspiring managed care MSLs, emphasizing the importance of presentation skills and resume building. The conversation also touches on navigating the MSL role during COVID, fostering KOL relationships, and the significance of internal collaboration and innovative thinking.

Check out my latest podcast with Todd Wandstrat, Sr Director of Field Based Medicine who discusses Managed Care MSLs… Past, Present and Future

Todd shares…

 The historical perspective of the Managed Care Market and the MSL
 What is a Managed Care MSL
 What skills are mandatory and how can an MSL transition
 What does the future look like for MSLs

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(0:00) Introduction to the episode and guest Todd Weinstrat
(0:47) Understanding and history of managed care and markets
(2:33) Todd Weinstrat's background in managed care
(4:01) Evolution and role of MSLs in managed care
(7:09) Overview of health plans, PBMs, and integrated delivery networks
(11:06) Role and collaborative nature of MSLs in managed care
(17:33) Customer base differences and value proposition for managed care MSLs
(21:04) Skills and pathways to becoming a managed care MSL
(23:05) Enhancing presentation skills and resume building for managed care
(25:03) Professional development and self-starting in managed care
(27:26) Navigating the MSL role during COVID and KOL relationships
(29:20) Importance of internal relationships and innovative thinking
(30:27) Closing remarks and future plans