Future Proofing Medical Affairs: A Conversation with Stephanie Hunter Banks

In this episode of Pharma Sessions, host Jonathan Kaskey speaks with Stephanie Hunter-Banks about the future of the medical science liaison (MSL) role and the evolving healthcare ecosystem. 

Stephanie shares insights on creating a culture of innovation, leveraging big data and AI, and fostering collaboration within pharma companies. 

She reflects on her own career journey from pharmacy to leading learning and development teams, emphasizing the importance of failure, curiosity, and experimentation in driving medical advancements. 

They also discuss the integration of diverse data sets to enhance patient outcomes and the potential of AI tools in transforming MSL operations. 

Stephanie envisions medical affairs taking on a leadership role in the industry, improving patient care through strategic data analysis and enhanced stakeholder engagement.

00:00 Introduction to Pharma Sessions

01:11 Stephanie Hunter Banks' Career Journey

02:24 The Role of Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs)

06:27 Innovations in Medical Affairs

13:07 Leveraging Data and AI in Pharma

30:06 Future of Medical Affairs

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