MSL Talk

The DARK Side of MSL-ing-What No One Tells YOU


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In this episode, Kirsten Gurtowsky shares her experiences and insights as a Medical Science Liaison. She discusses her career journey, highlighting the balance and flexibility required in the MSL role, as well as the challenges faced. Kirsten delves into the importance of building strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and offers strategies for successful networking and engagement. She also provides guidance for aspiring MSLs, drawing on her professional experiences. The episode concludes with Kirsten sharing her excitement and goals for the upcoming year, followed by expressions of appreciation.

Kirsten Gurtowsky, Medical Science Liaison with Novartis, discusses the dark side of being an MSL and what you may not be aware of

Kirsten shares….

👉 What she LOVES about being an MSL
👉 What some of the main frustrations are for MSLs
👉 The challenges of travel and uncertainty
👉 The frustrations that come with paperwork and metrics
👉 Her insights and predictions for 2024

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

️ ️ 〰️ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dRrSEyn

️ ️ 〰️ Apple: https://lnkd.in/egSthAz

️ ️ 〰️ 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.

#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

(0:00) Introduction to the episode with guest Kirsten Gertowski
(2:31) Kirsten's background and career journey as an MSL
(5:12) The balance, flexibility, and challenges of the MSL role
(10:14) Building relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)
(13:22) Navigating travel and managing metrics in the MSL career
(22:07) Guidance for aspiring MSLs and insights from current professionals
(25:56) Strategies for successful networking and engagement with KOLs
(28:23) Looking ahead: Excitement and goals for the upcoming year
(29:17) Conclusion and appreciation
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