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MSL Talk

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MSL Talk is a podcast hosted by Tom Caravela, MSL Recruiter and Founder of The Carolan Group, an Executive Search firm dedicated to the recruitment and placement of Medical Affairs professionals. The show will feature helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role and Medical Affairs leaders interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions. Topics will include helpful advice for aspiring MSLs, recruitment strategies, statistics and data, industry news, hiring and medical affairs trends as well as plenty of interview advice and career tips. The format is 30-60 minutes and mostly unscripted with the hope it is informative as all as inspiring!

Location:

United States

Description:

MSL Talk is a podcast hosted by Tom Caravela, MSL Recruiter and Founder of The Carolan Group, an Executive Search firm dedicated to the recruitment and placement of Medical Affairs professionals. The show will feature helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role and Medical Affairs leaders interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions. Topics will include helpful advice for aspiring MSLs, recruitment strategies, statistics and data, industry news, hiring and medical affairs trends as well as plenty of interview advice and career tips. The format is 30-60 minutes and mostly unscripted with the hope it is informative as all as inspiring!

Language:

English


Episodes
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203. Why Chasing Titles is Fools Gold

4/30/2024
Archie Stone, Vice President Product Development at Aurinia Pharmaceuticals discusses career development strategies and why chasing titles can lead to "fools gold". Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ The importance of titles in medical affairs πŸ‘‰ How companies determine titles and levels πŸ‘‰ The universal standard for titles and levels (or lack thereof) πŸ‘‰ Why rock climbing is a good analogy for career progression πŸ‘‰ Common mistakes people are making in their careers πŸ‘‰ Advice for job seekers to find career success PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:30:50

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202. The Increasing Complexity of TODAYS Interview Process

4/23/2024
Nabhan Islam, MD, Medical Science Liaison with Sanofi Canada shares his recent interview experience and the modern complexities that exist versus prior years. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ What the interview process looks like now versus prior years πŸ‘‰ What drastic changes have been made in hiring πŸ‘‰ The challenges and pitfalls to be aware of when interviewing πŸ‘‰ How to better prepare for the modern-day interview πŸ‘‰ Advice for job seekers to find career success PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:37:08

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201. Role of the MSL in launch preparedness for new products and indications

4/16/2024
Matt Goodwin, Vice President Medical Affairs at SC Pharmaceuticals discusses the role of the MSL in preparation and strategy for launch preparedness of new products/indications. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ The importance of preparation and timeline for launch πŸ‘‰ Training and resources for launch mode πŸ‘‰ The role of field medical leadership πŸ‘‰ Milestones and success factors to consider πŸ‘‰ The stressors to be aware of and anticipate during a launch PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:25:20

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200. The MSL - 4 Years, 200 Episodes…What’s new, What’s not

4/9/2024
Sarah Snyder, MSL Recruiter with The Carolan Group discusses how the MSL role has changed in the past 4 years, and how it has not. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ Changes in KOL Engagement and Access πŸ‘‰ Titles, Responsibilities and Career Ladder πŸ‘‰ Resources that have emerged for MSLs (including tech and tools) πŸ‘‰ What changes in hiring practices have emerged πŸ‘‰ The MSL job market and factors that have affected it πŸ‘‰ The universal standard for MSLs PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:33:28

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199. Diagnostic MSL - More Similar Than Different

4/2/2024
Keith Fairall, PharmD. MBA, National MSL Director at Adaptive Biotechnologies discusses the diagnostic MSL role. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ What is a Diagnostic MSL πŸ‘‰ What are the similarities and differences from a therapeutic MSL πŸ‘‰ What makes Diagnostics interesting and exciting πŸ‘‰ What are the deliverables and metrics for Diagnostics MSLs πŸ‘‰ How does the relationship with commercial differ for Diagnostics MSLs πŸ‘‰ Advice for MSLs and Medical Affairs leaders PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:23:27

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198. 3 Mantras of Cores Values and Leadership

3/26/2024
My guest this week is Renu Juneja, PhD, Head of Scientific Evidence and Communications at Johnson and Johnson and we discuss her 3 mantras of cores values and leadership. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ The importance of core values in medical affairs and in life πŸ‘‰ How to determine your own core values πŸ‘‰ Core values and the decision-making process πŸ‘‰ Finding the mindset of consistency πŸ‘‰ Advice for MSLs and Medical Affairs leaders PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:34:49

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197. The PACE of Technology in Medical Affairs-Tools of the Trade

3/19/2024
My guest this week is Matt Lewis, Global Chief Artificial and Augmented Intelligence Officer at Inizio Medical who discusses AI tools and the pace of technology in Medical Affairs. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ What will be different tech-wise for MSLs in 2024, versus 2023 πŸ‘‰ How should companies be using AI in a field medical environment πŸ‘‰ What should MSLs be doing with AI this year πŸ‘‰ How will managers implement new AI programs πŸ‘‰ The pace and how quickly pharma will move with technology advancements PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:36:04

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196. The VALUE of Management Skills

3/12/2024
My guest this week is Angela Tom, Senior Director, Medical Affairs at Orchard Therapeutics, we discuss the value of having management skills. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ The importance of management skills πŸ‘‰ How Emotional Intelligence plays a role πŸ‘‰ How to develop management skills at any level πŸ‘‰ Career development advice to grow πŸ‘‰ How management skills differ from leadership skills PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:25:20

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195. The ULTIMATE Checklist for New MSLs

3/5/2024
My guest this week is Samantha Buckley, PharmD. Medical Science Liaison at SOBI who discusses the ultimate checklist for new MSLs. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ The ONE differentiating factor to her MSL job search success πŸ‘‰ What is day one like for an MSL πŸ‘‰ Training and certification πŸ‘‰ The ART of MSLing πŸ‘‰ Prep for initial KOL meetings PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:35:11

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194. The OVERLOOKED KOL

2/27/2024
My guests this week are Medical Science Liaisons, Dawn O'Reilly and Letitia Price, who discuss the benefits of Medical Science Liaisons engaging with Advanced Practice Providers. Learn more about… πŸ‘‰ What are APPs πŸ‘‰ Why should MSLs be calling on APPs πŸ‘‰ How can an NP or PA transition to industry πŸ‘‰ Why are NPs and PA’s often overlooked πŸ‘‰ How can MSLs find success in their territory PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:31:21

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193. Good vs Great: What Makes a Rock STAR MSL?

2/20/2024
My guest this week is Sanaz Cardoza, Senior Director, Field Medical at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals who discusses what makes a Rock Star MSL. Sanaz shares… πŸ‘‰ What matters most to MSL Leaders πŸ‘‰ What does it take to be a great MSL πŸ‘‰ How you can separate yourself from your peers πŸ‘‰ The art of the MSL job and what it entails πŸ‘‰ Advice for high performing MSLs PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:32:25

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192. β€œTOO Busy….I Just DO NOT Have Time”

2/13/2024
Allison Trucillo, Vice President, Medical Affairs at Avalyn Pharmaceuticals discusses time management for MSLs and busy medical affairs professionals. Allison shares… πŸ‘‰ The craziness of her current position πŸ‘‰ How to be a Triathlete, Pharma leader, mom and wife πŸ‘‰ Balancing schedules to make it all work πŸ‘‰ Time management hacks for MSLs πŸ‘‰ Advice for high performing MSLs PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:34:57

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191. HOLD MY BEER… I’m Going to be an MSL

2/6/2024
My guest this week is Lana Luccitti, Medical Science Liaison with Topcon Health who discusses how it is possible to land an MSL role without a Doctorate. Lana shares… πŸ‘‰ What made her want to be an MSL πŸ‘‰ The first thing she did in her MSL Search πŸ‘‰ The frustrations she had along the way πŸ‘‰ What helped her stand out from others πŸ‘‰ Most important advice she can offer PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:30:24

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190. MSL Burnout…The Struggle is Real

1/30/2024
My guest this week is Jennifer Mohawk, Senior Director, Medical Affairs with Apogee Therapeutics who discusses MSL burnout and how to handle the stress of the job. Jen shares…. πŸ‘‰ What is MSL Burnout? πŸ‘‰ How to pick up the warning signs πŸ‘‰ What Managers can do to help with burnout πŸ‘‰ What are ways to minimize and cope with the stress of the job πŸ‘‰ What habits should be adopted for MSL sanity PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:26:48

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189. The Pros and Cons of Using AI for Your Job Search

1/23/2024
My guest this week is Sarah Snyder, MSL Recruiter with The Carolan Group who discusses The Pros and Cons of Using AI for Your Job Search. Sarah shares… πŸ‘‰ What AI tools may be best to use in your job search πŸ‘‰ How to use AI to assist with you resume πŸ‘‰ What AI tools are companies using in their recruiting efforts πŸ‘‰ What are things you need to be cautious of when using AI πŸ‘‰ How MSLs can use AI in their job function PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:28:24

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188. The Gamification of MSL Metrics

1/16/2024
My guest this week is Bart Brown, Medical Affairs Leader who shares his interesting concept on how to gamify MSL metrics and KPIs. Bart shares…. πŸ‘‰ How are MSLs currently evaluated and what is the standard πŸ‘‰ A unique way to β€œgamify” MSL metrics and KPIs πŸ‘‰ How this unique system can be implemented and why πŸ‘‰ What the benefits would be to this system πŸ‘‰ What advice he has for MSL success in 2024 PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:32:08

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187. The MSL Role - Big Pharma Vs. Small Biotech

1/9/2024
My guest today is Sarah Ussery, Medical Affairs Leader who discusses the differences in MSL function between large pharma and small biotech. Sarah shares…. πŸ‘‰ What is considered Large Pharma VS Small Biotech πŸ‘‰ How do MSL responsibilities differ by size of company πŸ‘‰ How are MSLs evaluated differently by different companies πŸ‘‰ How do the frustrations differ for MSLs in different size companies πŸ‘‰ What are the cultural differences between different size companies PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:32:34

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186. MSL Visibility - How to SUCCEED in 2024

1/2/2024
My guest this week is Eleonora Goldberg, Vice President, Medical Affairs at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals and we discuss MSL Visibility and how to succeed in 2024. Eleonora shares…. πŸ‘‰ What is the VALUE of MSLs πŸ‘‰ What leaders look for in MSLs πŸ‘‰ How can MSLs separate themselves from their peers πŸ‘‰ How might 2024 be different for MSLs πŸ‘‰ What advice is there for dealing with uncertainty PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:28:10

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185. IMPOSTER: Why Do I STINK so much

12/19/2023
Tom Caravela, Managing Partner at The Carolan Group and Co-Founder of MSL Mastery, discusses the 5 ways to overcome imposter syndrome Tom shares…. πŸ‘‰ What is Imposter Syndrome πŸ‘‰ How can you overcome imposter syndrome πŸ‘‰ What is comparison-itis πŸ‘‰ Why should you β€œtouch some grass” πŸ‘‰ How to develop a growth mindset PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:23:08

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184. The MOVE to Medical Excellence

12/12/2023
Scott Thompson, CEO at Acceleration Point discusses the importance of Medical Excellence initiatives in Medical Affairs Scott shares…. πŸ‘‰ What Medical Excellence is and what role it plays in Medical Affairs πŸ‘‰ Why Medical Excellence is important πŸ‘‰ The challenges Medical Affairs departments are facing right now πŸ‘‰ The trends and best practices being adopted by med affairs for field medical πŸ‘‰ His insights and predictions for 2024 PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 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. #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

Duration:00:26:54