MSL Talk

The MSL in CANADA vs. the US MSL


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In this episode, Claudia Barube and Jeffrey Vaughn join Tom Caravela to explore the unique challenges and opportunities for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) in Canada. The discussion covers the transition from sales roles to MSL positions, with insights on differing responsibilities and territories between Canada and the US. Claudia shares her experiences working with Health Canada, addressing language and logistical challenges faced by Canadian MSLs. The episode delves into strategies for engaging Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) across large territories and compares virtual versus live engagements. Claudia and Jeffrey offer advice for aspiring MSLs, emphasizing best practices and strategic accomplishments.

My guests today are Claudia Bérubé, Medical Science Liaison Quebec and Jeffrey Vaughan, National Director MSLs both at Ashfield, we discuss her career story and what it is like to be an MSL in Canada vs. the US.

_This episode is sponsored by Ashfield Engage, part of Inizio Engage, is a commercialization and strategic engagement partner for the healthcare industry, delivering solutions to meet the needs of patients, providers, payers, and pharmaceutical companies to improve the treatment experience and outcomes. Ashfield Engage creates personalized, impactful experiences and delivers and average of 5 million engagements annually across all healthcare stakeholders. For more information, please visit https://ashfieldengage.com/

_Claudia discusses….

👉 Her career journey and transition into industry
👉 What it is like to be an MSL in Canada
👉 How medical affairs and drug development differs in Canada
👉 Current challenges she faces as an MSL
👉 Advice to other MSLs and those looking to transition into the role

The podcast is available through the links below:

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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 podcast with guests Claudia Barube and Jeffrey Vaughn
(1:01) Greetings and background introductions
(3:24) Sponsor: Ashfield Engage
(4:20) Transitioning from sales rep to MSL and related challenges
(9:16) MSL territories and responsibilities in Canada vs. US
(15:26) Health Canada's role and MSL role nuances outside the US
(19:02) Leadership insights on supporting international MSLs
(22:40) Claudia's unique experiences as an MSL in Canada
(24:46) Metrics and evaluation for Canadian MSLs
(26:59) Strategy and accomplishments in the MSL field
(29:11) Challenges for MSLs in Canada: Language and logistics
(31:28) KOL engagement in large territories: Access and methodology
(33:19) Comparing virtual and live MSL engagements
(37:55) Advice for aspiring MSLs and best practices
(40:21) Closing remarks and acknowledgments
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