Content HUB test - Medical Affairs Professional Society

Shifting the Paradigm (and Price) on Integrated Evidence Generation

November 21, 2024

Building patient partnerships in Medical Affairs: What can established and emerging biopharmaceutical companies learn from each other?

November 21, 2024September 15, 2023

This article explores key questions on how Medical Affairs teams manage patient engagement across different-sized companies who have variations in focus, resources, and scale.

November 20, 2024

AI in Medical Insights: From Implementation to Impact in Medical Affairs

November 20, 2024September 15, 2023

This article based on the Oct 3, 2024 Insights FAWG Forum explores the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to transform Medical Affairs, focusing on medical insights.

November 20, 2024

Keeping it Real: Patient Engagement in Evidence Generation

November 20, 2024September 15, 2023

In this webinar, we will discuss the regulatory bodies such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Medicines Agency (EMA) are increasingly recognising the value of supplementing clinical trial data with real-world evidence to improve understanding of drug performance in the healthcare setting.

November 20, 2024

How pre-launch scientific activities are associated with launch success

November 20, 2024September 15, 2023

Experts from Pfizer and Veeva explore a recent Veeva Pulse Report showing that targeted scientific outreach is associated with 40% faster treatment adoption.

November 14, 2024

Clinica AI - Better Medical. Greater Impact. Guaranteed.

November 14, 2024September 15, 2023

We’ve developed real-time software that MA HQ and MSLs are already using daily to improve their physician insights, tailor field deployment and education, and track impact at the national, local, and individual physician level.

November 5, 2024

Regional Considerations and Challenges in Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP)

November 5, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, experts explore the many challenges associated with the operationalization of global Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP) at local levels.

October 29, 2024

Putting the AI into Innovative Medical Affairs Teams

October 29, 2024September 15, 2023

In this webinar, we will share a comprehensive and practical overview of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be integrated into various functions of Medical Affairs.

October 29, 2024

Top 10 Most "Interesting" Publications of 2024

October 29, 2024September 15, 2023

What makes a publication interesting or impactful? Is it number of citations? Sentiment among important stakeholders? Relevance to the largest patient population? Popular news attention? The answer depends on your strategy. Here we speak with experts from Altmetric about 10 publications that are impactful for different reasons.

October 24, 2024

The Changing Landscape of Journal Performance Measurement

October 24, 2024September 15, 2023

Take advantage of alternative impact metrics that better reflect the multidimensional nature of today’s research dissemination and consumption.

October 23, 2024

Measuring the Impact of Medical Affairs - Part 2: Building a strong foundation of operational effectiveness

October 23, 2024September 15, 2023

Dig into best practices for measuring the operational effectiveness of Medical Affairs teams, emphasizing the importance of establishing a strong foundation of data and metrics to demonstrate impact and value within pharmaceutical organizations.

October 15, 2024

Measuring the Impact of Medical Affairs: A data-driven modular approach

October 15, 2024September 15, 2023

In this webinar, we will share new data showing that while medical affairs is increasing in importance, it is still struggling to reach a consensus around medical impact metrics. However, measuring medical impact is no longer a choice; it’s a necessity for medical to communicate its value as a business function and better demonstrate its contributions to successful patient outcomes.

October 8, 2024

2024 Benchmark Report: Digital, Advanced Analytics & Artificial Intelligence in Medical Affairs

October 8, 2024September 15, 2023

MAPS' 2024 Benchmark Report is based on findings from 32 organizations in Pharma and MedTech and reflects broad leadership thinking about the current and future states of AI capabilities and challenges in Medical Affairs.

October 1, 2024

Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP): Cross-functional alignment to optimize value, minimize risk

October 1, 2024September 15, 2023

Experts from Lumanity discuss cross-functional alignment of Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP) from perspectives of strategy, clinical/regulatory, commercial and patient engagement.

September 24, 2024

Leveraging diverse data sources for more impactful insights analysis

September 24, 2024September 15, 2023

The objective is to illustrate how determining the most effective medical or commercial strategy requires measuring what’s happening in the market via a strong insights management process.

September 10, 2024

Digital First Communications: How Digital Transformation is Opening Opportunities in Medical Affairs

September 10, 2024September 15, 2023

This series of the Elevate Podcast illuminates the Inspiration and Impact, content Compliance & Approval, MSL utilization, Training & Evolution, the Technology Stack, and the Future of Modular Content.

September 10, 2024

Three "Generations" of Insights Implementation

September 10, 2024September 15, 2023

From the Spreadsheet Age to the Age of Generative AI: Where is your organization on the continuum of Insights Management? (And why no one "age" fits the needs of all teams.)

September 3, 2024

Integrated Evidence Generation Planning: Top Challenges for Medical Affairs Teams

September 3, 2024September 15, 2023

As the sources of data and technologies needed to make sense of data expand, opportunities exist for further integrating RWE and HEOR alongside traditional approaches when planning data generation activities to support new product registration, access, and use.

August 20, 2024

What a Nurse and Patient Advocate Wants Medical Affairs to Know About Engaging Patients

August 20, 2024September 15, 2023

Getting the most impact from a publication requires being able to define who the audience is and how to reach them, across both journals and online channels, especially in complex/niche cases. In this podcast, we discuss the benefits of taking an analytical approach.

August 13, 2024

Applying Data Visualization, Storytelling, and Interactivity in Medical Affairs: What Journalism Can Teach Us

August 13, 2024September 15, 2023

The objective is to illustrate how the strategic incorporation of interactive tools, visualization, and personalization of content can elevate the communication of medical and scientific information making it more accessible, engaging, and meaningful for diverse audiences.

August 7, 2024

Driving Excellence: Measuring and Enhancing the Performance and Impact of Medical Affairs

August 7, 2024September 15, 2023

This session will delve into maximizing Medical Affairs’ performance and strategic impact through effective metrics and innovative approaches.

July 31, 2024

Activating health equity: The vital role of Medical Affairs

July 31, 2024September 15, 2023

Medical Affairs is in the unique position to drive health equity through three main roles: catalyser, capabilities enhancer, and cross-functional collaborator, emphasizing the need for deliberate strategies and actions to close health gaps and improve outcomes for underserved populations.

July 30, 2024

Maximizing the Impact of a Niche Publication

July 30, 2024September 15, 2023

Getting the most impact from a publication requires being able to define who the audience is and how to reach them, across both journals and online channels, especially in complex/niche cases. In this podcast, we discuss the benefits of taking an analytical approach.

July 24, 2024

From Education to ROE and Future Programming, CME Providers Are Doing More with Data

July 24, 2024September 15, 2023

Continuing Medical Education (CME) providers have seen their role expand to offer valuable information for future programming and other strategic business decisions. Here is how CME providers are using data to create insights and impact.

July 23, 2024

Leadership to Drive Performance: Plus a Sneak Peek at the 2024 Medical Affairs Innovation Olympics

July 23, 2024September 15, 2023

Tim Mikelhashvili, CEO of Amedea Pharma, discusses innovation in Medical Affairs leadership. And previews his 2024 Medical Affairs Innovation Olympics!

July 18, 2024

Practical Tips to Optimize the Impact of a Practice-Changing Publication

July 18, 2024September 15, 2023

Publishing a scientific study can feel like squeezing an eyedropper into the ocean and it is the job of the Publications team to ensure this publication has impact — especially when it has the potential to change clinical practice. Here we learn practical tips straight from the source – namely, experts at Wiley.

July 17, 2024

Thinking Patient When Thinking Data Dissemination

July 17, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar aims to help viewers articulate why it’s important to consider a patient community audience when planning scientific and data dissemination including incorporating their voice within it.

July 17, 2024

Rising Star: Medical Information’s Strategic Transformation

July 17, 2024September 15, 2023

In an era when regulatory approvals for new products are rapidly increasing and customers are feeling overwhelmed by new medical information, they are increasingly seeking immediate answers to specific questions. As a result, the need for high-quality, relevant, timely medical information is skyrocketing and the Medical Information function (MI) is rapidly evolving—or trying to—in terms of how the external service operates and its role internally.

July 2, 2024

Journal Selection: Looking Beyond Traditional Metrics

July 2, 2024September 15, 2023

With companies driving their own engagement and alternatives to journals becoming mainstream, does impact factor still matter?

June 28, 2024

Omnichannel Integration in Medical Affairs: From Aspiration to Reality

June 28, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar offers a platform for attendees to engage with a diverse group of Medical Affairs omnichannel experts, discover their distinctive perspectives, navigate common obstacles, and gain firsthand insights into pragmatic omnichannel integration solutions.

June 27, 2024

Objective Measurement of Medical Affairs Impact on Strategic Imperatives with Share of Scientific Voice

June 27, 2024September 15, 2023

This article addresses the metrics that Medical Affairs can use to measure how effectively they communicate on their strategic imperatives, with a specific focus on Share of Scientific Voice (SoSV).

June 26, 2024

Ethics, Compliance, and Governance Considerations for Patient Engagement

June 26, 2024September 15, 2023

This advanced module to Patient Centricity will provide a solid overview of how the industry approaches compliance and governance in patient engagement. A suggested prerequisite to the course is the "Essential Concepts of Patient Centricity" eLearning module.

June 17, 2024

The Future of Field Medical Affairs Productivity

June 17, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar discusses the current focus on volume-based metrics as a measure and will also help the participants understand some key considerations around volume-based metrics while redefining the industry thinking on this important topic.

June 11, 2024

Medical Congresses: Optimizing Your Most Strategic Investment

June 11, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we discuss a data-driven approach for optimizing congress planning and execution.

June 6, 2024

The Future of External Education 2030

June 6, 2024September 15, 2023

A position from MAPS on how Medical Affairs can optimize industry-led and independent Medical Education for maximum value and impact

June 4, 2024

Why NOW is the Time to Measure Medical Impact

June 4, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we explore now that we appreciate the need to demonstrate impact and technologies exist that allow us to measure impact...what's holding us back?

May 31, 2024

KSPM-MAPS Joint Webinar: The Value and Impact of Medical Affairs

May 31, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar highlights the critical role of Medical Affairs in the healthcare industry.

May 29, 2024

Moving on from the maybes: Real-life uses of generative AI in Medical Affairs

May 29, 2024September 15, 2023

MAPS has been educating and sharing expertise on genAI since ChatGPT first exploded onto the scene in early 2023. This year, as the dust settles, we focus on sharing the learnings from a year of pilots and projects to help others begin or accelerate their journey.

May 28, 2024

Discovering AI and the future of Medical Affairs: Summary of Day 2 of the MAPS 2024 EMEA Annual Meeting

May 28, 2024September 15, 2023

Remind yourself of key themes from the MAPS Madrid meeting with this Day 2 report authored by meeting media partner, the Publication Plan. If you weren’t able to attend this year’s meeting, catch up on what you missed!

May 28, 2024

Technology Fears & Scapegoats: The Origins and Consequences of Pharmaceutical Industry Myths

May 28, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we explore the origins of negative opinions of the pharmaceutical industry, and whether a for-profit model can support both innovation and the society's best interests.

May 23, 2024

Discovering AI and the future of Medical Affairs: Summary of Day 1 of the MAPS 2024 EMEA Annual Meeting

May 23, 2024September 15, 2023

Remind yourself of key themes from the MAPS Madrid meeting with this Day 1 report authored meeting media partner, the Publication Plan. If you weren’t able to attend this year’s meeting, catch up on what you missed!

May 21, 2024

Modernizing Scientific Storytelling for Deeper Field Medical Engagement

May 21, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we ask what is the ONE thing a company must implement in their transformation from the 40-slide deck to modern scientific storytelling.

May 7, 2024

A Dose of Inspiration: 100 Purpose Stories from Pharma Leaders

May 7, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we speak with Jill Donahue, author of the recently published (free!) book, "A Dose of Inspiration: 100 Purpose Stories from Pharma Leaders" about the individual and organizational benefits of discovering your purpose as an employee in the Life Sciences industry.

April 16, 2024

Integrating Omnichannel Engagement (OCE) With Company-Led Education

April 16, 2024September 15, 2023

This e-Learning module will enable learners to define principles of and adopt an integrated approach to orchestrating omnichannel Company-led Education, identify stakeholder segmentation and associated learning journeys for use in content development, use the associated outcomes and insights to deliver and improve omnichannel medical education, while complying with industry regulations as well as company governance and oversight policies.

April 16, 2024

Emerging Trends in Continuing Medical Education (CME)

April 16, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we talk about new directions in CME — and how to address the continuing need for social learning and perceived authority even as we make information more consumable.

April 12, 2024

Optimizing Clinical Development Plans Through Earlier Integration of Medical Affairs

April 12, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar discusses considerations for the appropriate structure, resources, and timing to get Medical Affairs involved early enough in the process to optimize clinical development plans informed by medical customer insights.

April 9, 2024

How Machine Learning Can Be Used to Understand Audiences

April 9, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we explore machine learning as a way to get information about an audience.

April 3, 2024

Medical Operations: Making the Strategy Work

April 3, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar delves into the critical aspects of how medical operations are instrumental in realizing overall medical strategy.

March 20, 2024

Executive Vision: The Role of Medical Affairs in Achieving Health Equity

March 20, 2024September 15, 2023

Through our lens into real-world issues that affect equitable use of industry innovations, Medical Affairs can drive the transformation of industry from a drug-centric perspective to a patient-centric perspective. This article discusses a few of these opportunities.

March 8, 2024

Implementation Science: A Catalyst for Advancing Healthcare

March 8, 2024September 15, 2023

This introduction to implementation science offers Medical Affairs professionals a 4-step scientific approach for accelerating the adoption of evidence-based care into practice.

March 5, 2024

Digital First Medical Affairs: GenAI: The Importance of Prompt Engineering

March 5, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we dive into a really important area that can significantly influence your GenAI results - Prompt Engineering and other areas.

March 1, 2024

Generative AI: Use Cases, Their Impact, and What’s Next for Medical Affairs

March 1, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar will give attendees a better understanding of use-cases of Generative AI in Medical Affairs and will show results to help inform thinking and build a future roadmap.

February 28, 2024

Patient Engagement in the Clinical Development Phase: The Role of Medical Affairs

February 28, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar will focus on the role of Medical Affairs to lead patient engagement in clinical development.

February 20, 2024

Utilizing Audience-Related Insights to Support Omnichannel Strategy in Medical Affairs

February 20, 2024September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we delve into the world of omnichannel strategies in Medical Affairs, where understanding your audience's educational needs and communication preferences is pivotal for delivering relevant and engaging data dissemination.

February 16, 2024

Executive Vision: The Role of Medical Affairs in Addressing Health Literacy

February 16, 2024September 15, 2023

Health literacy is experiencing new challenges, and Medical Affairs is uniquely positioned to lead and partner with others in this space to ensure coordination, credibility and impact.

February 9, 2024

Leading with Agility – A Superpower for Medical Leaders

February 9, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar will introduce the six signature traits of Inclusive Leadership, explore what being an inclusive leader really means and how using these traits can make us more successful.

February 2, 2024

How Do Publications Find Their Audience?

February 2, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar explores how we can ensure best practices in journal selection and publication performance.

January 26, 2024

Unlocking the Potential of a Medical Affairs Budget

January 26, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar features expert speakers focusing on how to unlock the potential of a Medical Affairs budget, including how to prioritize and how to create once, but publish many to maximize the impact of engagements.

January 26, 2024

BOOK RELEASE: MAPS Medical Affairs Textbook

January 26, 2024September 15, 2023

MEDICAL AFFAIRS: The Roles, Value and Practice of Medical Affairs in the Biopharmaceutical and Medical Technology Industries (Taylor & Francis, 2024)

January 19, 2024

Delivering an Effective Data Dissemination Strategy in a Transforming Industry

January 19, 2024September 15, 2023

This webinar, with expert insight and examples from industry, explores how an aligned data dissemination strategy ensures that data reaches its full impact.

January 4, 2024

10 Reasons Digital Strategies Fail & How to Help Them Succeed

January 4, 2024September 15, 2023

10 reasons digital strategies fail plus ways you and your teams can navigate between the icebergs of these failures on the way to success.

January 4, 2024

Executive Vision: Emerging Ideas in Medical Affairs’ Role in Adapting Industry to Personalized Medicine

January 4, 2024September 15, 2023

This MAPS Executive Consortium article explores ways in which Medical Affairs can help industry adapt its practices to deal with emerging issues in the transition to personalized medicine.

December 15, 2023

Innovative Roles Between Medical and Commercial - Where Should the Limit Be?

December 15, 2023September 15, 2023

This webinar aims to explore and provide a nuanced understanding of Innovative Medical Affairs roles within the pharmaceutical industry for critical evaluation by the Medical Affairs community, including new “Hybrid Medical Science Liaison (MSL)” roles ranging from business savvy to more commercial oriented MSLs.

December 15, 2023

MAPS Medical Affairs Competency Framework

December 15, 2023September 15, 2023

MAPS is excited to announce publication of the MAPS Medical Affairs Competency Framework, detailing 42 competencies across 7 domains identified as essential to the success of Medical Affairs professionals.

December 14, 2023

What to Consider When Developing Publication-Related Summaries to Support Field Medical

December 14, 2023September 15, 2023

The authors present planning, process, compliance, and copyright considerations for both author- and sponsor-led publication enhancers.

December 6, 2023

The Debrief: Key Learnings from the 2023 Midwest Tech Summit

December 6, 2023September 15, 2023

In September 2023, MAPS held the inaugural Midwest Innovation Summit at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare, Chicago. For those not able to attend and/or for a concise recap of learnings from the event, please download the event debrief here.

December 1, 2023

Building Medical Affairs as a Strategic Partner in Clinical Development

December 1, 2023September 15, 2023

This webinar provides the Medical Affairs community with a differentiated and bold view to drive the future state of Medical Affairs and what “good” looks like regarding the role of Medical Affairs in Clinical Development.

December 1, 2023

Introducing an Omnichannel Approach in Medical Affairs

December 1, 2023September 15, 2023

It's time to move omnichannel from discussion to reality using the steps: Observe, Plan, Engage and Nurture.

November 30, 2023

Improving Outcomes in Medical Affairs with Innovation

November 30, 2023September 15, 2023

This article discusses how to foster innovation within and across the Medical Affairs landscape, empower teams to deliver the best outcomes for patients and revolutionize healthcare delivery.

November 30, 2023

Medical Insights Standards & Guidance and Templates

November 30, 2023September 15, 2023

This Standard and Guidance identifies best practices and recommends guidelines for an effective insights management process.

November 29, 2023

Medical Affairs Mastery: Shaping the Future of MedTech with MAPS

November 29, 2023September 15, 2023

Join the MAPS Med Tech FAWG as they discuss "Medical Affairs Mastery: Shaping the Future of MedTech with MAPS"!

November 14, 2023

Leveraging AI for Medical Affairs

November 14, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, MAPS speaks with experts from Pfizer and Putnam Associates about the most exciting current uses of AI and also where we may be headed in the future.

November 6, 2023

Executive Vision: How Medical Affairs Will Help the Biopharmaceutical and MedTech industries Adapt to Meet the Needs of a Changing Society

November 6, 2023September 15, 2023

The MAPS Executive Consortium details how Medical Affairs will drive the evolution of industry to match the needs of a changing society.

November 3, 2023

Essential Elements of a "Best-in-Class" Medical Information Organization

November 3, 2023September 15, 2023

In this webinar, our panelists highlight key areas of the Standards and Guidance created between MAPS, phactMI & MILE and how to use this S&G to move to a best-in-class medical information organization.

November 3, 2023

MAPS Appoints Charlotte Kremer, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer

November 3, 2023September 15, 2023

“I see Medical Affairs co-leading the pharmaceutical and MedTech industries into a new era of patient-centered evidence generation and communication in a valued-based world,” Kremer says.

November 2, 2023

Patient-Centered Solutions: Navigating challenges & unlocking value through patient engagement

November 2, 2023September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Liz de Somer, CEO of Medicines Australia and Sharon Winton, CEO of Lymphoma Australia to explore patient engagement from the perspectives of industry and patient associations.

November 1, 2023

Patient Centricity in Medical Affairs: Identifying and Overcoming Barriers

November 1, 2023September 15, 2023

In this on-demand webinar, our experts provide guidance and potential solutions on addressing major barriers for patient centricity initiatives identified through their survey.

October 31, 2023

Identifying and Quantifying Unmet Medical Needs: Expert Perspective on Enabling Field Medical with Data

October 31, 2023September 15, 2023

This podcast reviews new ways of identifying and quantifying opportunities for field medical impact with disease-state analytics.

October 27, 2023

Charting a Course to Excellence: Discovering the Latest in Medical Publication Guidelines

October 27, 2023September 15, 2023

This webinar provides a holistic overview of the implications of updates by the Good Publication Practice (GPP) and by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editor’s Recommendations for Medical Affairs professionals.

October 26, 2023

AI as a Catalyst for Cross-Functional Collaboration

October 26, 2023September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Amit Lalwani, omnichannel lead and member of the Core Planning Team for the MAPA/MAPS Medical Affairs Summit, Nov 8-10, 2023 in Sydney, AU.

October 20, 2023

Futureproofing the MSL Role as THE Critical Success Factor in KOL Omnichannel Engagement

October 20, 2023September 15, 2023

Join this webinar to learn how MSLs play a crucial role in delivering the latest scientific information to KOLs..

October 19, 2023

MAPS Appoints Dr. Gustavo Kesselring as Senior Advisor for Professional Development

October 19, 2023September 15, 2023

Kesselring will work with the MAPS Professional Development Committee to assist with the creation of courses supporting 7 Medical Affairs competency certification tracks identified in the MAPS 5-year strategic plan.

October 18, 2023

Demystifying Data in Medical Affairs Part 4: The Next Steps for You to Begin Using Data

October 18, 2023September 15, 2023

This Webinar series explores the fundamental concept of big data in Medical Affairs, from which sources can we retrieve this, what are the broader considerations when utilizing data in health and what impact this can have on our organizations, physicians, and patients, now and in the future.

October 16, 2023

How To: Compliance Partnership for Novel Channel Launches

October 16, 2023September 15, 2023

This on-demand webinar focuses on practical ways to optimize your partnerships with compliance to ensure successful approval and launch of novel channels.

October 10, 2023

Identifying and Addressing "Pain Points" in the Insights Management Process

October 10, 2023September 15, 2023

This white paper addresses insights challenges in Strategy, Data Generation, and Analysis/Reporting - arming Medical Affairs teams with the tools and opportunity to build strategies that preempt these challenges.

October 6, 2023

Getting More from Every Engagement: Practical Applications for Generative AI to Augment Tried-and-True Techniques

October 6, 2023September 15, 2023

In this on-demand webinar, experts discuss how to understand the difference between the theoretical potential of generative AI and real applications Medical Affairs can leverage now.

October 5, 2023

Executive Vision: The Role of Medical Affairs in Demonstrating the Value of Digital Health Technologies

October 5, 2023September 15, 2023

The combined impact of treatment complexity and data availability highlights the value of Medical Affairs departments that have the capability to make clinical sense of new disruptive drugs, devices, real-time monitoring and diagnostics. Here, the MAPS Executive Consortium describes how.

September 27, 2023

White Paper: Vision for Generative Artificial Intelligence in Medical Affairs

September 27, 2023September 15, 2023

This paper provides a vision describing how Gen AI technologies will reshape the possibilities and practice of Medical Affairs related to the four functional pillars of Strategy & Leadership, Evidence & Insights Generation, Evidence & Insights Communication, and Engagement & Partnerships.

September 27, 2023

Evolution of Roles and Talent Management in Medical Affairs Part 4: How Do We Evolve Talent to Meet Evolving Needs in MA?

September 27, 2023September 15, 2023

In this on-demand webinar, experts discuss how to evolve talent to meet evolving needs in MA. This Webinar series explores how roles and talent management have evolved, what new roles exist or are needed and what skills and competencies are required to succeed in these roles.

September 26, 2023

Digital First Scientific Communications - Generative AI: Changing the future of MedComms

September 26, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we interview Matt Lewis, Chief AI Officer at Inizio Medical, a well-regarded expert in data analytics and augmented intelligence.

September 26, 2023

Omnichannel Strategy: Multiple Definitions

September 26, 2023September 15, 2023

A Q&A on how Medical Affairs can align on omnichannel for long-term success

September 22, 2023

Harnessing the Potential of an Insights-Driven Medical Organization

September 22, 2023September 15, 2023

This on-demand webinar challenges if it is worth pursuing the long-promised potential of insights, and how this might be re-imagined to build an insights-driven medical organization.

September 20, 2023

Crafting Strategic Objectives to Guide and Measure Success

September 20, 2023September 15, 2023

In this on-demand webinar, learn how to develop robust strategic objectives, and why this is a skill that all Medical Affairs teams should possess.

September 15, 2023

Shifting the Paradigm (and Price) on Integrated Evidence Generation

September 15, 2023September 15, 2023

In this on-demand webinar, learn how to shift the paradigm on integrated evidence generation.

September 13, 2023

Elevating Medical Education: Fireside Chat with G.A.M.E. and the Alliance Experts

September 13, 2023September 15, 2023

In this on-demand webinar, experts from Alliance and G.A.M.E. discuss future-ready Medical Education.

September 7, 2023

Tethered Education Helps Improve Diversity in Clinical Trials

September 7, 2023September 15, 2023

The Medical community knows it needs to improve equity in clinical trials, but what really helps when it comes to changing patient and provider perceptions? PlatformQ Health is pleased to share insights into strategies for helping patients become more receptive to trial participation and supporting providers in fostering inclusion.

September 5, 2023

Optimize your Field Medical Team for the Omnichannel World

September 5, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, experts from the “Optimize your Field Medical Team for the Omnichannel World” workshop at the MAPS 2023 America's Conference discuss the outcomes & insights of that workshop & how Field Medical can build skills & garner support to effectively implement omnichannel strategies.

September 5, 2023

Collaborative Scientific Content Development: Meeting the Needs of MSLs and KOLs

September 5, 2023September 15, 2023

This article highlights a collaborative approach to content creation in which insights from MSLs were used to develop concepts for educational tools that were shared with key opinion leaders (KOLs).

August 30, 2023

Optimize your Field Medical Team for the OmniChannel World

August 30, 2023September 15, 2023

This white paper by the MAPS Field Medical FAWG details strategies for optimizing your Field Medical team for the OmniChannel World

August 29, 2023

Medically Trained AI for Insights Generation and Communication

August 29, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, MAPS speaks with experts from Virtual Science AI about how the word, "Generative," has elevated the promise of AI.

August 24, 2023

Modular Content in Medical Affairs: The Foundation of Omnichannel Engagement

August 24, 2023September 15, 2023

This white paper by the MAPS Medical Communications FAWG details strategies for using modular content to increase the efficiency and accuracy of medical and scientific content to enable omnichannel engagement strategy.

August 22, 2023

Grow Engagement with HCPs: Findings from the Wiley HCP Survey

August 22, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, listeners will learn practical tips from the experts on the tactics that are driving impact with today's clinicians.

August 22, 2023

Ruth Nicholson: Emerging Issues for Medical Affairs Knowledge Transfer

August 22, 2023September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at the MAPS 2023 Annual Meeting in Nashville, we sat down with Ruth Nicholson, Director, Global Knowledge Transfer (Neuroscience), Ipsen about the definition, challenges and emerging issues in knowledge transfer.

August 15, 2023

Digital First Scientific Communications - Measuring the Value or Success of Omnichannel in Medical Affairs

August 15, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, the final part of our 3-part series, our experts tackle the question of: “How does a Medical Affairs organization measure the success, or value, of omnichannel activities?"

August 8, 2023

Digital First Scientific Communications - Implementing Omnichannel in Medical Affairs

August 8, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, part 2 of a 3-part series, our experts tackle the question of: “How does a Medical Affairs organization plan for integrating omnichannel activities?"

August 3, 2023

Aamir Shamim Choudry: Single Point of Contact Model for Medical Affairs

August 3, 2023September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at the MAPS 2023 Annual Meeting in Nashville, MAPS Director, Mary Alice Dwyer, speaks with amir Shamim Choudry, Executive Medical Director at Sage Therapeutics, about the Single Point of Contact Model for Medical Affairs.

August 1, 2023

Digital First Scientific Communications - Defining Omnichannel: An Ongoing Debate

August 1, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, part 1 of a 3-part series, our experts in the Digital FAWG tackle the question of: “How do you define omnichannel?"

August 1, 2023

Pulse of the Medical Devices Market Report

August 1, 2023September 15, 2023

DistillerSR recently surveyed global professionals in the in-vitro diagnostics and medical devices industry to fully understand the level of organizational preparedness and management maturity in literature review practices in the industry. Download the full report [SPONSORED BY DISTILLERSR].

July 18, 2023

Communicating the Value of Field Medical to External Stakeholders

July 18, 2023September 15, 2023

In the second podcast of this two-part series, we will discuss communicating the value of Field Medical to external stakeholders.

July 11, 2023

Communicating the Value of Field Medical to Internal Stakeholders

July 11, 2023September 15, 2023

In this first podcast, the first of a two-part series, we will discuss communicating the value of Field Medical to internal stakeholders.

July 6, 2023

The State of Virtual Collaborative Meeting Technology

July 6, 2023September 15, 2023

Array recently facilitated a roundtable discussion on the “State of Virtual Collaborative Meeting Technology” to learn more about experiences with the technology and the potential path forward.

July 5, 2023

How to Use Modular Content & Netflix-Style Content Hubs to Engage HCPs

July 5, 2023September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we explore best practices for gathering content (beyond simply creating it yourself!), and making content accessible in modern, personalized platforms.

June 30, 2023

Beyond Journals: Leveraging the Power of Publication Extenders for Medical Communications

June 30, 2023September 15, 2023

This webinar teaches the benefits of a holistic Publication Extender Strategy while sharing practical insights on how to implement one effectively.

June 28, 2023

Bridging the Gap: Understanding and Implementing Gap Analyses

June 28, 2023September 15, 2023

The intent of this webinar is to demonstrate how to conduct gap analyses to identify needs, or deficiencies, within your Medical plan, as well as demonstrate how to apply results of gap analyses to effectively address needs.

June 27, 2023

Evidence Generation Standards & Guidance and Templates

June 27, 2023September 15, 2023

This Standard and Guidance is intended to inform learners about the Evidence Generation function, strategic direction, and operations across multiple geographies.

June 23, 2023

Leadership in Hybrid Customer Engagements

June 23, 2023September 15, 2023

The intent of this webinar is to have a discussion on which strategies are working, and how leading companies are defining success for field medical teams in hybrid engagements.

June 20, 2023

Executive Vision: The Role of Medical Affairs in Improving Patient Outcomes with Real-World Evidence

June 20, 2023September 15, 2023

The growth of Real-World Evidence (RWE) from sources including patient registries, claims data, electronic medical records, digital health technologies and more has powered the ability of Medical Affairs to drive patient outcomes. Here, the MAPS Executive Consortium describes how.

June 16, 2023

2023 Medical Affairs Metrics Benchmark

June 16, 2023September 15, 2023

MAPS is pleased to share our 2023 Medical Metrics Benchmarking Report, based on findings from 51 leading organizations representing the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, and Medical and Diagnostic Device sectors.

June 9, 2023

AI Application in Medical Affairs - Advanced Course

June 9, 2023September 15, 2023

This comprehensive course is tailored to professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries who work in Medical Affairs functions. It addresses the impact of technology and automation on Medical Affairs in the post–COVID-19 era, which has been accelerated by the pandemic.

June 7, 2023

Bill Tidwell: Engaging Organized Customers

June 7, 2023September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at the MAPS 2023 Annual Meeting in Nashville, MAPS speaks with Bill Tidwell, Director, Field Based Medicine | Health System and Payor Strategy at Boehringer Ingelheim about engaging organized customers.

June 7, 2023

Transforming Evidence Generation with Data Visualization: New Approaches for Medical Affairs

June 7, 2023September 15, 2023

As evidence generation becomes more advanced and integrated into Medical Affairs strategic plans, there is a greater need to maximize its impact by leveraging emerging digital technologies to communicate complex clinical and nonclinical data.

June 6, 2023

Digital First Medical Information: Innovative Content in MI

June 6, 2023September 15, 2023

In this episode, listeners will better understand what innovative content is in the context of Medical Information while setting expectations of HCPs in accessing innovative content.

June 1, 2023

Using Engagement Tools Strategically to Get the Most from Advisory Boards

June 1, 2023September 15, 2023

Advisory boards bring together a selection of key opinion leaders to discuss a topic important to a life sciences company. Here is how to use engagement technologies to generate actionable insights from your next ad board.

May 30, 2023

Driving Clinical Impact Through Effective E-Learning: Practical Tips

May 30, 2023September 15, 2023

In this episode, our expert speakers explain how to create eLearning resources that are relevant, credible and evidence-based.

May 9, 2023

Demystifying Data in Medical Affairs Part 3: Data and the Future of Medical Affairs

May 9, 2023September 15, 2023

This Webinar series explores the fundamental concept of big data in Medical Affairs, from which sources can we retrieve this, what are the broader considerations when utilizing data in health and what impact this can have on our organizations, physicians, and patients, now and in the future.

May 3, 2023

Robert Kersting & Robin Winter-Sperry: The Power of External Partnerships

May 3, 2023September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at the MAPS 2023 Annual Meeting in Nashville, MAPS speaks with Robin Winter-Sperry and Robert Kersting, PharmD, Global Head, Scientific Alliances, Novartis, about the need for multi-stakeholder partnerships.

April 28, 2023

Jim Wilkinson, PhD: Developing Staff to be the Leaders of Tomorrow

April 28, 2023September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at the MAPS 2023 Annual Meeting in Nashville, MAPS speaks with Jim Wilkinson, PhD, Vice President, Global & US Medical Affairs, Amgen, about how to develop Medical Affairs talent into tomorrow's leaders.

April 19, 2023

Patient Engagement in the Early Drug Discovery Phase: The Role of Medical Affairs

April 19, 2023September 15, 2023

In this webinar we will explore practical approaches to engaging patients in early development, introducing key resources and discussing best practices. These discussions will be tailored to meet the needs of all Medical Affairs colleagues, regardless of experience.

April 11, 2023

Dr. Danie du Plessis Elected Chair of MAPS Board of Directors

April 11, 2023September 15, 2023

MAPS announces the election of Dr. Danie du Plessis as Chair of the MAPS Board of Directors. Du Plessis is currently Executive Vice-President (EVP) & Head of Medical Affairs at Kyowa Kirin International and is a senior pharmaceutical executive with 30 years’ experience.

March 27, 2023

Opening Doors to Your Future Career in Medical Affairs

March 27, 2023September 15, 2023

March 24, 2023

Medical Information Standards & Guidance and Templates

March 24, 2023September 15, 2023

This Standard and Guidance, a collaboration between MAPS, PhactMI, MILE, is intended to inform learners about the Medical Information (MI) function, strategic direction, and operations across multiple geographies.

March 22, 2023

Co-Chair Volutneer form

March 22, 2023September 15, 2023

March 22, 2023

Executive Co-Chair Volutneer form

March 22, 2023September 15, 2023

March 21, 2023

The Mission, Value, and Roles of Medical Affairs in MedTech

March 21, 2023September 15, 2023

This White Paper draws on the expertise of 10 senior Medical Affairs leaders across diverse global organizations to describe the role of Medical Affairs in ensuring the MedTech industry meets the challenges of high-quality evidence, objective measures, changes in the healthcare landscape, and more.

March 15, 2023

Real-World Evidence: What Can You Say to Payers and Patient Advocates?

March 15, 2023September 15, 2023

This presentation, part 3 of 3, provides insights into the types of communications that the FDA has indicated are or are not permissible, and the uncertainties that still remain.

March 14, 2023

Explore, Educate, Embrace: Opportunities for Medical Affairs to Impact Health Disparities & Inequities

March 14, 2023September 15, 2023

By using the framework of Explore, Educate, Embrace we can shape our approach to Health Equity by incorporating it into our daily work.

March 8, 2023

How ChatGPT Will Disrupt Medical Affairs

March 8, 2023September 15, 2023

ChatGPT is disrupting content creation, from term papers to journal articles to online information mills and more. This webinar gathers three thought leaders at the cutting edge of this issue to vision how ChatGPT may augment or, at times, undermine the practice of Medical Affairs in areas such as Medical Information, Omnichannel engagement and more.

March 2, 2023

Medical Affairs in Rare Disease and Gene Therapy - Why a different approach?

March 2, 2023September 15, 2023

In today's episode, we'll be looking at considerations for Medical Affairs in Rare Disease and Gene Therapy

March 2, 2023

Educating Medical Professionals for that “Rare Encounter”

March 2, 2023September 15, 2023

Streamlining the diagnostic odyssey requires educating medical professionals to recognize “rare encounters” and engage these patients with precision and compassion.

March 1, 2023

Demystifying Data in Medical Affairs Part 2: Approaches to Overcome the Issues with Data

March 1, 2023September 15, 2023

This Webinar series explores the fundamental concept of big data in Medical Affairs, from which sources can we retrieve this, what are the broader considerations when utilizing data in health and what impact this can have on our organizations, physicians, and patients, now and in the future.

February 28, 2023

Evolution of Roles and Talent Management in Medical Affairs Part 3: Career Development and How Do We Retain Talent?

February 28, 2023September 15, 2023

This Webinar series explores how roles and talent management have evolved, what new roles exist or are needed and what skills and competencies are required to succeed in these roles. From the manager’s perspective, we will discuss potential strategies for staying on top of this ever-changing field to manage and retain highly effective teams.

February 28, 2023

Innovations in External Education Episode 02: Learning Opportunities and Events Not To Miss in 2023!

February 28, 2023September 15, 2023

This second episode in the series discusses the activities of the External Education FAWG and the different learning opportunities that are currently available and coming soon to all MAPS members.

February 23, 2023

Integrated, Centralized and Decentralized Models of Digital Structure for Medical Affairs

February 23, 2023September 15, 2023

This article provides top-level framework and broad conceptual categories for understanding digital structures within Medical Affairs and biopharmaceutical/MedTech organizations, helping leaders to make organizational decisions to drive their digital strategy with intention and purpose.

February 8, 2023

The Value and Strategic Implementation of Insights Management

February 8, 2023September 15, 2023

This White Paper provides a foundational understanding of insights management, including the definition and value of insights, processes and technologies for insights management, and key challenges in implementation.

February 1, 2023

Strategic Collaboration with Agency Partners: One Plus One Equals Eleven

February 1, 2023September 15, 2023

This webinar provides multiple perspectives from both both industry and agency partners, examining how to ensure alignment on needs, goals, and mutual accountability, as well as defining what a “best” partner looks like.

January 31, 2023

The Digital Transformation of Medical Journal Publishing Episode 3: Open Access from the Publisher’s Perspective

January 31, 2023September 15, 2023

In this our third episode this season, we'll be discussing how and why medical publishing is changing and where is it going in the future.

January 26, 2023

ChatGPT is Poised to Disrupt Medical Affairs

January 26, 2023September 15, 2023

With a multibillion dollar investment from Microsoft and already 4 authorship credits on PubMed, ChatGPT is poised to disrupt Medical Affairs.

January 18, 2023

How Companies Are Using Real-World Evidence for Regulatory Purposes

January 18, 2023September 15, 2023

This presentation looks at different regulatory contexts in which product developers are using RWE.

January 18, 2023

How Medical Affairs Can Drive Patient-Focused Drug Development

January 18, 2023September 15, 2023

2023 brings increased expectations from the FDA for patient-focused drug development (PFDD). Medical Affairs organizations need to develop new skills to put the patient voice at the center of drug, device, and diagnostic development and evaluation.

January 2, 2023

Innovations in External Education Episode 01: The Power of the Podcast Format of Medical Education

January 2, 2023September 15, 2023

This series of the Elevate Podcast illuminates the path scientific communication takes from teaching to diagnosis to treating all the way to changing, prolonging, and saving patient lives.

December 15, 2022

Highlights from the APPA/MAPS Joint Medical Affairs Summit 2022

December 15, 2022September 15, 2023

From space biology to patient voice to best practices for onboarding, here are highlights of the APPA/MAPS Joint Medical Affairs Summit in Sydney, Australia.

December 14, 2022

Introduction to External Education (EE)

December 14, 2022September 15, 2023

This course will help you: plan and implement different types of EE while adhering to regulations and compliance restrictions. Strategically incorporate EE into your medical plan in a way that can bring value to all stakeholders. Increase your efficiency and quality of your EE deliverables in order to impact healthcare professionals and their patients.

December 14, 2022

Independent Medical Education (IME)

December 14, 2022September 15, 2023

This course will help you: articulate the definition and principles of IME, explain how to comply with global regulations and company policies on IME, equip learners on incorporating IME into Medical Affairs strategy, lead participants into the grant process for pre-submission to review and decision-making, and demonstrate and apply outcome frameworks that informs planning and grant decision-making.

December 13, 2022

5 Practical Tips to Deliver Medical Education Programs Successfully

December 13, 2022September 15, 2023

In today's episode, hear from industry experts on how to design medical education programs successfully for today’s healthcare professionals.

December 7, 2022

Medical Affairs Leadership Interviews from the MAPS 2022 Global Annual Meeting

December 7, 2022September 15, 2023

Library of video interviews with Medical Affairs leaders discussing the future of the function, building Medical from scratch, the Medical professional, and much more.

November 16, 2022

Using Real-World Evidence for Label Expansions

November 16, 2022September 15, 2023

This virtual presentation focuses on 3 aspects of RWE: What are RWE and Real-World Data (RWD), and how are they different? What are relevant legal and regulatory considerations associated with using RWE for product label expansion? How have applicants successfully used RWE to obtain approval for new drug and medical device indications?

November 14, 2022

Case Study: Patient Education in a Social Network

November 14, 2022September 15, 2023

Medical Affairs teams are innovating their approach to engaging patients and empowering people to manage their chronic health conditions. Here, we explore one case study of people living with hidradenitis suppurativa.

November 9, 2022

WEBINAR: Commercialization

November 9, 2022September 15, 2023

This webinar seeks to help Medical Affairs professionals better understand the business of life science companies, how their efforts impact the overall capability to commercialize a product, and contemporary ways to bridge the commercialization interface between their department and Marketing & Sales.

November 2, 2022

WEBINAR: Digital Opinion Leaders

November 2, 2022September 15, 2023

This Webinar aims to achieve awareness on challenges and solutions when listening to, and interacting with, Digital Opinion Leaders.

November 2, 2022

Harnessing Cross-Industry Collaboration to Navigate the Evolving Field Medical Landscape

November 2, 2022September 15, 2023

Based on discussions between 80 cross-industry Field Medical colleagues from small to large biopharmaceutical and medtech companies, this article highlights key actions for Medical Affairs teams to consider for implementation in their own organizations.

November 1, 2022

WEBINAR: Evolution of Roles and Talent Management in Medical Affairs Part 2: How Do We Recruit Talent?

November 1, 2022September 15, 2023

This Webinar series explores how roles and talent management have evolved, what new roles exist or are needed and what skills and competencies are required to succeed in these roles. From the manager’s perspective, we will discuss potential strategies for staying on top of this ever-changing field to manage and retain highly effective teams.

October 27, 2022

WEBINAR: Demystifying Data in Medical Affairs Part I: What Does Data Mean to Medical Affairs and How Can We Optimize Its Use?

October 27, 2022September 15, 2023

This Webinar series explores the fundamental concept of big data in Medical Affairs, from which sources can we retrieve this, what are the broader considerations when utilizing data in health and what impact this can have on our organizations, physicians, and patients, now and in the future. These presentations will feature real world cases that are relevant to regional and country Medical Affairs leaders, in order to highlight long-term aspirational and short-term tangible projects.

October 24, 2022

Digital First Scientific Communications – How Digital is Transforming Medical Communications EPISODE 2: Open Access Part 1-Making Scientific Information More Accessible

October 24, 2022September 15, 2023

In this our second episode this season, we'll be discussing open access in medical publishing from the biopharma perspective.

October 20, 2022

Opening Doors: Advice on Seeking an MSL Career with Áine Prendergast

October 20, 2022September 15, 2023

In this Opening Doors episode of the Medical Affairs Professional Society podcast series, Elevate, we speak with Áine Prendergast, Medical Science Liaison in Oncology with Ipsen.

October 19, 2022

WEBINAR: Leveraging a combined MSL and Medical Information Leadership Model

October 19, 2022September 15, 2023

The goal of this webinar is to help new professionals in Medical Affairs better understand how Medical Information and MSLs can have harmonized activities, benefit from one another working more closely together, but also understand where being too close may increase risk.

October 17, 2022

Advancing Field Medical Skills Episode 2: Delivering Constructive Feedback

October 17, 2022September 15, 2023

In today's episode, our Field Medical experts will discuss tips to understand how you can lead through change.

October 12, 2022

WEBINAR: Finance 101 for Medical Affairs

October 12, 2022September 15, 2023

In this webinar, our presenters will take a Medical Affairs-specific approach to general finance topics, useful for all Medical Affairs functions but particularly operations, therapeutic area leadership, and aspiring Medical Affairs managers.

October 12, 2022

How Online Patient Communities Promote Health Equity

October 12, 2022September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Eric Peacock, co-Founder and CEO of MyHealthTeam, about the alignment between social justice and business best-practices to promote health equity using patient communities.

October 12, 2022

Using Real-World Data to Understand Treatment Resistant Depression in Mental Health

October 12, 2022September 15, 2023

On today's episode of the MAPS "Elevate" podcast, we're discussing the use of Real-World Evidence to understand and possibly intercede in treatment-resistant depression and why is it especially difficult to develop treatments against resistant depression using the traditional structure of R&D-led clinical trials.

October 6, 2022

Medical Affairs Strategy for the Launch of Innovative Treatments Targeting Rare Disease

October 6, 2022September 15, 2023

This article outlines the aspects of Medical Affairs strategy and launch excellence specific to supporting the development and launch of treatments targeting rare diseases, providing a roadmap for MA teams and organizations undertaking this planning.

October 3, 2022

Opening Doors: Niha Yerneni on Finding a First Medical Affairs Position

October 3, 2022September 15, 2023

In this episode, MAPS co-founder, Kirk Shepard, speaks with Niha Yerneni about joining industry through fellowship.

September 26, 2022

A Strategic Partnership: Medical Strategy and Medical Communications Part 2

September 26, 2022September 15, 2023

In episode 2 of this two-part series, a panel of experts discuss how you can structure roles and responsibilities, KPIs, and best practices to increase synergy between Medical Strategy and Medical Communications teams.

September 23, 2022

What Amazon can Teach Medical Affairs About Insights Mining

September 23, 2022September 15, 2023

In this episode, MAPS speaks with Mark Michalski, former radiologist and currently Worldwide Head, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Amazon Web Services about how we can catch up with big tech in our ability to mine data for meaning.

September 22, 2022

Evolution of Roles and Talent Management in Medical Affairs Part 1: What Talent Do We Need from MA Colleagues?

September 22, 2022September 15, 2023

This Webinar series explores how roles and talent management have evolved, what new roles exist or are needed and what skills and competencies are required to succeed in these roles. From the manager’s perspective, we will discuss potential strategies for staying on top of this ever-changing field to manage and retain highly effective teams.

September 19, 2022

A Strategic Partnership: Medical Strategy and Medical Communications Part 1

September 19, 2022September 15, 2023

In episode 1 of this two-part series, a panel of experts in Med Comm and Med Strat will discuss the roles, best practices, & ways to measure the impact of Medical Strategy and Medical Communications.

September 14, 2022

Charlotte Kremer, MD, MBA, Appointed MAPS Chief Strategy Officer

September 14, 2022September 15, 2023

The Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS) is honored to announce the appointment of Charlotte Kremer, MD, MBA as the organization’s Chief Strategy Officer in a volunteer capacity, next to her volunteer role as Chair of the Board of Directors.

September 13, 2022

MAPS Partners with Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO)

September 13, 2022September 15, 2023

The Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS) and the Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO) are pleased to announce an important new strategic collaboration to help advance the careers of student pharmacists interested in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as Fellows and early-stage Industry Pharmacist professionals.

September 13, 2022

Best Practices for Journal Publication of Industry Sponsored Content

September 13, 2022September 15, 2023

In this episode of the Elevate podcast series, we speak with experts Felix David and Richard Donnelly about the tips and tricks to navigate through peer-review and get sponsored content published.

September 12, 2022

Lessons Learned vs Still Unaddressed from Virtual Scientific Conferences Two Years Post COVID

September 12, 2022September 15, 2023

In this episode, our expert speakers are talking about virtual scientific congresses and what has changed since the pandemic.

September 7, 2022

How to Prioritize, Track, and Measure your Medical Communications Plan Episode 3: Pubs

September 7, 2022September 15, 2023

In this third and final podcast episode in this series, we will discuss measuring and improving the reach and engagement of scientific publications.

September 6, 2022

The Rise of the KOL & DOL

September 6, 2022September 15, 2023

In this White Paper, Altmetric explores the rise of the DOL, measuring share of voice in a digital age, measuring value and maximizing reach, and more.

August 31, 2022

The Use of Chatbots and Conversational AI in Scaling Medical Engagement

August 31, 2022September 15, 2023

In this webinar, experts will lay the foundation of what conversational AI is, best and emerging practices, provide use cases, and discuss regulatory and legal considerations.

August 31, 2022

The Broadening Role of Medical Affairs

August 31, 2022September 15, 2023

In Q&A format, this article summarizes key learnings from a MAPS 2022 Global Annual Meeting panel presented by the Medical Strategy FAWG.

August 30, 2022

Avalere Health

August 30, 2022September 15, 2023

Avalere Health (formerly Fishawack Health) is a leading global commercialization partner for the biopharmaceutical, medical technology, and wellness industries.

August 25, 2022

test

August 25, 2022September 15, 2023

Creating a healthier future

August 22, 2022

How to prioritize, track, and measure your Medical Communications Plan Episode 1: Fundamentals

August 22, 2022September 15, 2023

In this first podcast of a 3-part series, we will address this question and discuss: The fundamentals of effective measurement techniques for Medical Affairs.

August 18, 2022

ScienceMedia's SMi Source: Access for MAPS Members

August 18, 2022September 15, 2023

Preview 5 videos from SMi Source’s expansive science, disease, and therapeutic area multimedia learning library.

August 15, 2022

Advancing Field Medical Skills Episode 1: Leading Through Change

August 15, 2022September 15, 2023

In today's episode, our Field Medical experts will discuss tips to understand how you can lead through change.

August 8, 2022

Automation Opportunities for Medical Affairs EPISODE 3

August 8, 2022September 15, 2023

In the 3rd and final episode of this series, we'll be meeting with Georgios Tramountanis, a member of the MAPS Digital Focus Area Working Group to examine where we see potential opportunities for Medical Affairs as it relates to Automation and review some predictions on the future of Automation in Medical Affairs.

August 4, 2022

How Medical Affairs Professionals Are Effectively Engaging and Educating Patients in Social Networks

August 4, 2022September 15, 2023

In this podcast episode, we discuss how Medical Affairs teams can compliantly engage with patients in disease-specific social networks to provide important information that optimizes outcomes, while placing the patient at the center of drug development.

August 2, 2022

Best Practices for Getting Actionable Insights from Your Life Sciences Event

August 2, 2022September 15, 2023

Instead of being static representations of an event, insights can become actionable—informing what can be done to improve future events or even larger business decisions.

August 1, 2022

DIGITAL FAWG PODCAST: Automation Opportunities for Medical Affairs EPISODE 2

August 1, 2022September 15, 2023

In the 2nd of this 3-part series, we'll be meeting with Shinya Suda-san, Sr. Vice President and Global Head of Information Systems at Astellas to glean insights on Automation opportunities as it relates to Digital Transformation.

July 29, 2022

Inclusive Scientific Education: Medical Affairs' Role in Addressing Health Disparities & Inequities

July 29, 2022September 15, 2023

In this webinar, we’ll discover an evolving framework that leverages various perspectives within our industry to address health disparities & inequities in order to bring a more equitable distribution of healthcare.

July 27, 2022

The 4 C's of Building Trust in Medical Affairs

July 27, 2022September 15, 2023

Influence is an inside-out game, requiring us to look inward before we lead outward.

July 25, 2022

Automation Opportunities for Medical Affairs EPISODE 1

July 25, 2022September 15, 2023

In this first of 3 episodes, we will be meeting with an industry expert on Automation within the pharmaceutical industry.

July 19, 2022

4 Steps for Making Your Medical Affairs Programs Useful to Patients

July 19, 2022September 15, 2023

MyHealthTeam presents three case studies and four actionable steps to help improve your Medical Affairs Programs for patients.

July 18, 2022

COVID: Cross-Industry Collaboration Podcast Series Episode 2: The What & Lessons Learned – The Specific Topics Covered by the Group

July 18, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast, the 2nd in a 2-part series, discusses the What of the collaboration– the specific topics covered by phactMI, a nonprofit collaboration of Medical Information leaders.

July 14, 2022

Consistency in HCP Contracting: Why It’s Important and Best Practices for Improvement

July 14, 2022September 15, 2023

One of the key components of building an effective HCP contracting process is figuring out the best way to be consistent and simplify steps as much as possible.

July 13, 2022

Leading in a Hybrid Work Environment

July 13, 2022September 15, 2023

if you start your day in work mode (4th & 5th gears), and you drive all day like that, you are going to burn out fast!

July 12, 2022

The Role of Medical Affairs in Market Access: A Conversation with Annemarie Clegg, CMO, OPEN Health

July 12, 2022September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Annemarie Clegg, CMO, OPEN Health, about the evolving role of Medical Affairs in providing context for payers, regulators and policy makers whose decisions can dramatically affect which patients can access industry innovations.

July 12, 2022

COVID: Cross-Industry Collaboration Podcast Series Episode 1: The How and Why of Coming Together

July 12, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast discusses the how and why this group of MI professionals, who are part of phactMI, a nonprofit collaboration of Medical Information leaders, came together and the lessons learned from their collaboration.

July 6, 2022

Opening Doors: How to Join Pharma Through a Medical Writing Fellowship Program

July 6, 2022September 15, 2023

In this podcast, MAPS speaks with Renu Juneja, who started a medical writing fellowship program at Janssen, and with two of her former fellowship participants, Jennifer Lee and Lauren Brown.

July 5, 2022

Medical Affairs Japan Part II: Future Outlook

July 5, 2022September 15, 2023

This webinar, a continuation from April 27, analyzes the future of Medical Affairs in Japan while discussing what we can do together to make Medical Affairs in Japan even more effective.

June 27, 2022

Opening Doors: How Renu Juneja, PhD, Almost Became a Retail Manager Before Finding Medical Writing

June 27, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast details how Renu Juneja went from earning a PhD in the pharmaceutical industry to becoming a medical writer at Novo Nordisk.

June 16, 2022

Scientific Communication Platforms Standards and Guidance

June 16, 2022September 15, 2023

Standards and Guidance powerpoint and templates for Medical Affairs strategic planning

June 13, 2022

THE FUTURE OF MEDICAL AFFAIRS 2030

June 13, 2022September 15, 2023

This white paper by the MAPS Executive Consortium synthesizes the views of senior global Medical Affairs leaders to provide a unified vision for the future of Medical Affairs in society, industry, teams and as individuals.

June 13, 2022

MedEvoke

June 13, 2022September 15, 2023

Demonstrating value and providing insights to help clients excel in the competitive and evolving healthcare landscapes

June 8, 2022

Elevating Scientific Exchange - The New Frontier in Congress Experiences

June 8, 2022September 15, 2023

This webinar provides an overview of the evolution of the Medical Affairs role and contributions to scientific congresses.

June 7, 2022

The Emerging Importance of HEOR in Medical Affairs

June 7, 2022September 15, 2023

At the MAPS 2022 Global Annual Meeting, we sat down with Riad Dirani and Omar Dabbous to chat about the structure and activities of HEOR within Medical Affairs.

June 1, 2022

How to Build an Effective HCP Contracting Process

June 1, 2022September 15, 2023

Engaging Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and Healthcare Providers (HCPs) is an important part of achieving your strategic goal. Maximizing these engagements and building HCP relationships help you to deliver key messages within the industry.

May 26, 2022

The Momentum of Mentorship

May 26, 2022September 15, 2023

Australian and Global Medical Affairs Professional Society organizations critically reflect and present a modern view of the Momentum its Mentorship program is building for its current and aspiring members of our community across the pharmaceutical industry and medical devices.

May 16, 2022

Exploring Patient Education in Medical Affairs

May 16, 2022September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Tim Mikhelashvili and Riaz Abbas about innovative approaches to compliant patient education including collaborations with patient associations, peer navigators and the emerging use of social media.

May 13, 2022

Using Metrics & Insights to Turn Medical Affairs Events into Strategic Assets

May 13, 2022September 15, 2023

This webinar tackles the question of why many companies have “analysis paralysis” when it comes to their program data, and how to overcome it.

May 12, 2022

Building Medical Affairs from Scratch

May 12, 2022September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at MAPS 2022 Global with Lobna Salem we discuss building a Medical Affairs department from the ground up.

May 11, 2022

Engaging with Digital Opinion Leaders (DOLs) and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs): The art of balancing breadth and depth and free tools to find them

May 11, 2022September 15, 2023

Insights On Demand is a data-driven and individualized process that allows you to automate putting immediately actionable insight into the hands of those that can take immediate action. Learn the 3 A's of Automatic Insights.

May 10, 2022

Elements of a Successful Medical Affairs Digital Strategy Framework

May 10, 2022September 15, 2023

Digital tools power the ability of Medical Affairs teams to generate, analyze and disseminate data to external stakeholders across the product lifecycle, while bringing essential learnings from these stakeholders back to the organization in the form of insights.

May 10, 2022

Building Medical Insights Capabilities in Medical Affairs Organizations

May 10, 2022September 15, 2023

This paper explores the Medical Affairs-based medical insights function and and identifies basic operational elements required to establish medical insights as a core strategic MA function.

May 9, 2022

Roles, Skills & Career Opportunities in Medical Affairs: A Primer for Job Seekers and Early-Career Professionals

May 9, 2022September 15, 2023

What is Medical Affairs and what does it do in the biopharmaceutical and MedTech industries? Who works in Medical Affairs and what skills do you need to succeed? Find out in this essential guide to understanding, joining and thriving in Medical Affairs.

April 27, 2022

Medical Affairs Japan: Current State & Future Outlook

April 27, 2022September 15, 2023

This webinar analyzes the current state of Medical Affairs in Japan, highlights progress made and provides suggestions on what we can do together to make Medical Affairs in Japan even more effective.

April 26, 2022

Innovative Educational Approaches and their Outcomes in Medical Affairs

April 26, 2022September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Tim Mikhelashvili, PharmD, CEO & Co-Founder, Amedea Pharma, Inc. and Riaz Abbas, Learning and Performance Lead, JAPAC Medical, Amgen about innovative approaches to Medical Affairs External Education.

April 26, 2022

Medical Affairs' Role in Patient Engagement

April 26, 2022September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at MAPS 2022 Global with Marija Geertsen, MD, MBA, we discuss the role of Medical Affairs in engaging with patients and patient communities.

April 20, 2022

How Medical Affairs Benefits Patients and Society

April 20, 2022September 15, 2023

In this interview recorded at MAPS 2022 Global with Monica de Abadal, SVP, Head North America Medical Affairs, Ipsen, we discuss how Medical Affairs benefits patients and society.

April 20, 2022

The Role of Medical Affairs in Rare Disease

April 20, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast, recorded at the MAPS 2022 Global Annual Meeting, addresses the unique position of Medical Affairs in the rare disease space & how our work in this area is essential for patient benefit.

April 19, 2022

An Overview of External Education Structure, Activities and Regulations in the MedTech Industry

April 19, 2022September 15, 2023

Medical technologies require equipping health care providers with the theoretical knowledge of best and safest use and also ensuring users’ practical competence. This article by the MAPS MedTech and External Education FAWGs overviews these best practices.

April 14, 2022

Has Medical Affairs Truly Achieved a Position as the Third Strategic Pillar?

April 14, 2022September 15, 2023

Charlotte Kremer (former Astellas) speaks with Danie du Plessis (Kyowa Kirin) and Bjorn Oddens (Merck) about whether Medical Affairs is truly the third strategic pillar.

April 13, 2022

An Insights-Driven Approach to Creating and Refining the Integrated Medical Communication Strategy and Plan

April 13, 2022September 15, 2023

In this white paper, MedComms, Field Medical and Insights Focus Area Working Groups (FAWGs) demonstrate the value of and elucidate best practices for an insights-driven collaborative approach to creating an iMC S/P.

April 11, 2022

The Power of Alerts

April 11, 2022September 15, 2023

It can be challenging to remember to log into each of the systems consistently enough to remain aware of information that allows you to be best prepared for engagements, identify new opportunities to engage, and discover KOL insights. The best way to make sure you are getting the maximum impact on the data and systems you have available to you is to set up automated alerts.

April 4, 2022

William Sigmund, MD, MHS Joins Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS) Board of Directors

April 4, 2022September 15, 2023

MAPS is honored to announce the appointment of William (Bill) Sigmund, MD, MHS, EVP and Chief Medical Officer at Becton Dickinson, to the MAPS Board of Directors.

March 23, 2022

Pharmaspectra

March 23, 2022September 15, 2023

Pharmaspectra leverages the world's largest scientific data lake to deliver the most accurate KOL identifications, profiling and measurement of Medical affairs impact through Share of Scientific Voice™.

March 17, 2022

How Can Real-World Evidence Help Medical Affairs Professionals?

March 17, 2022September 15, 2023

This white paper provides Medical Affairs professionals with the background and history of Real-World Evidence, and its applications in the biopharma industry to benefit patients.

March 16, 2022

Not All Medical Insights Require a Committee

March 16, 2022September 15, 2023

Insights On Demand is a data-driven and individualized process that allows you to automate putting immediately actionable insight into the hands of those that can take immediate action. Learn the 3 A's of Automatic Insights.

March 14, 2022

Leadership Perspectives - Leadership in Medical Safety & Pharmacovigilance

March 14, 2022September 15, 2023

How do leaders make their way to Medical Safety & Pharmacovigilance? The routes are diverse but one constant remains true: They are extremely committed to being an independent voice that amplifies their organization’s commitment to Patient Centricity.

March 14, 2022

How Digital Thinking Enables Medical Affairs Strategy

March 14, 2022September 15, 2023

Digitalization offers Medical Affairs teams the opportunity to rethink strategy and actions across the lifecycle of traditional and nontraditional products.

March 11, 2022

MAPS 2022 Global: Putting Patient Engagement at the Center of Development

March 11, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast previews the MAPS 2022 Global Annual Meeting session "How Medical Affairs can best support internal and external collaborations in patient engagement," that details the unique role of Medical Affairs in patient engagement.

March 8, 2022

How COVID Actually Improved Insight Generation and Overall Value Provision for Medical Affairs Teams

March 8, 2022September 15, 2023

One of the pandemic's silver linings may well be gains in participation levels and the volume and quality of insights generated by eliminating the constraints of face-to-face interaction.

March 8, 2022

Developing and Executing an Integrated Medical Communications Strategy and Plan

March 8, 2022September 15, 2023

In this podcast, we speak with presenters of the MAPS 2022 Global Annual Meeting session, “Developing and Executing and Integrated Medical Communications Strategy and Plan.”

March 1, 2022

COVID: Looking Back and Looking Forward

March 1, 2022September 15, 2023

This webinar features 5 medical heads providing a scorecard on how Medical Affairs throughout the APAC region have performed, given the challenging environment of the global pandemic.

February 28, 2022

What is Cybersecurity And Its Importance For Medical Device Manufacturers: Episode 2

February 28, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast, part two of a two-part series, discusses practical tips on how to incorporate cybersecurity into your own practices and devices.

February 24, 2022

Leadership Perspectives - Developing a Cross-Sector Career

February 24, 2022September 15, 2023

In this final article in the Leadership Perspectives series, John Pracyk interviews J&J leaders to explore a bold vision of career development that entails moving across sectors; namely, crossing over between Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Vision, and Consumer Health.

February 13, 2022

WHITE PAPER: A Guide to Insights Management and Virtual Patient Engagement

February 13, 2022September 15, 2023

Pharmaceutical teams need a different way to approach working virtually. The secret isn't adding more virtual calls, but unlocking the strategic power of virtual work. Download this white paper to see how your peers are achieving more, with fewer meetings.

February 8, 2022

Leadership Perspectives - Preparing the Next Generation of Chief Medical Officers

February 8, 2022September 15, 2023

In conversation with John Pracyk, MD, PhD, MBA, Medical Affairs leaders from Johnson & Johnson describe best practices to prepare our next generation of Chief Medical Officers.

February 7, 2022

Real World Evidence Applications and How it Can Change Medicine and Biopharma

February 7, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast focuses on applications of Real World Evidence including FDA criteria for accepting RWE, types of data, RWE study designs and the Totality of Evidence approach.

February 3, 2022

Essential Concepts in Patient Centricity

February 3, 2022September 15, 2023

This course uses a faux product to introduce essential concepts of Patient Centricity including a comprehensive description of strategy.

February 1, 2022

Integrated Medical Communications Strategy and Plan

February 1, 2022September 15, 2023

A guide for Medical Communications cross-functional collaboration to develop an Integrated Medical Communications Strategy and Plan (iMC S/P) which is the roadmap for how a Medical Affairs team communicates its product vision and value proposition to internal and external stakeholders.

January 26, 2022

Harnessing Medical Insights to Drive Cross-Functional Strategic Impact

January 26, 2022September 15, 2023

In this webinar, our panelists share their experience, challenges, and practical solutions regarding driving insights into action.

January 25, 2022

Leadership Perspectives - Medical Affairs as a Strategic Business Partner

January 25, 2022September 15, 2023

In this installment of the Leadership Perspectives series, we speak with some of the top Medical Affairs leaders from Johnson & Johnson as they think about the rapid new ascension of Medical Affairs into a fully integrated strategic business partner.

January 20, 2022

WHITE PAPER: The Science and Art of Identifying and Engaging “Rising Star” Experts

January 20, 2022September 15, 2023

Pharmaceutical teams need a different way to approach working virtually. The secret isn't adding more virtual calls, but unlocking the strategic power of virtual work. Download this white paper to see how your peers are achieving more, with fewer meetings.

January 18, 2022

Expert Opinions on the Collection and Use of Real-World Evidence (RWE) in China and Korea

January 18, 2022September 15, 2023

There is growing interest globally in using real-world data (RWD) and real-world evidence (RWE) for applications including regulatory decisions, health technology assessment (HTA), pharmacovigilance and more. However, Asia currently lacks a framework to effectively collect and utilize a broad range of RWD/RWE.

January 18, 2022

Education Streaming: A New Way to Engage HCPs in Scientific Exchange

January 18, 2022September 15, 2023

This podcast explores how Medical Affairs can implement a Netflix-like, education streaming strategy to obtain direct access to HCPs and engage with them repeatedly.

January 11, 2022

Leadership Perspectives - The Impact of Digital on Healthcare

January 11, 2022September 15, 2023

Here John Pracyk, MD, PhD, MBA, MAPS President of the Americas Region speaks with some of the top Medical Affairs leaders from Johnson & Johnson as they share their perspective on the impact of Digital on Healthcare.

December 14, 2021

MAPS Media & Sponsorship Planner

December 14, 2021September 15, 2023

Download the MAPS Media & Sponsorship Prospectus 2021

December 8, 2021

Next-Gen Medical Information Leveraging Digital to Enable Self-Service and Omnichannel Experience

December 8, 2021September 15, 2023

In this webinar, three panelists explain how medical information teams are transforming customer experience through digital technology.

December 7, 2021

Everyone thinks they're Jeff Bezos. Until they’re not.

December 7, 2021September 15, 2023

In a field where all professionals are esteemed intellectuals, the difference between a middling unknown and a Jeff Bezos is purely emotional intelligence.

December 6, 2021

The Digital Transformation of Medical Journal Publishing

December 6, 2021September 15, 2023

This podcast focuses on the journal publishing industry, discussing how medical journal publishing is changing and what changes we might see in the future.

December 2, 2021

External Education MAPS Focus Area Working Group Trends & Needs Assessment

December 2, 2021September 15, 2023

Survey benchmarks External Education trends and needs to inform structure, capabilities, strengths and gaps that can be leveraged for planning in your organization.

December 1, 2021

Patient Education to Boost Clinical Trial Understanding and Enrollment: A Case Study

December 1, 2021September 15, 2023

Last month, Medical Affairs and clinical experts from six organizations came together to help make clinical trials more accessible to and better understood by people facing vitiligo. You can do this in your therapeutic area.

December 1, 2021

Meet the Authors: Promoting Best Practices for Medical Science Liaisons Position Statement from the APPA, IFAPP, MAPS and MSLS

December 1, 2021September 15, 2023

This webinar explores best practices for Medical Science Liaisons with experts from APPA, IFAPP, MAPS and MSLS.

November 23, 2021

Early Career Professionals: Paths Into Medical Affairs

November 23, 2021September 15, 2023

This podcast explores a career path leading to Medical Affairs while covering the benefits and challenges involved in discovering your place within the function.

November 22, 2021

An Introduction to Medical Affairs

November 22, 2021September 15, 2023

After completing this module, you will be better able to: Articulate the roles Medical Affairs plays in the healthcare industry Gain an understanding for the common functions and key skills in Medical Affairs Describe the Foundational Pillars of Medical Affairs and their purpose

November 18, 2021

Medical Affairs Insights: A Glossary of Terms

November 18, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS Insights Focus Area Working Group (FAWG) members define some of the terms associated with the collection and use of insights as a way to start standardizing the lexicon of the function.

November 17, 2021

The Strategic Role of Medical Affairs: A Conversation with MAPS MedStrat Focus Area Working Group Leaders

November 17, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Medical Strategy FAWG co-leads Becky Harmon and Simon Kyaga about the emerging strategic opportunities for Medical Affairs.

November 17, 2021

Understanding Medical Multichannel Engagement

November 17, 2021September 15, 2023

This webinar explains the difference between multichannel and omnichannel engagement and shows how to implement both to meet the needs of diverse audiences of external stakeholders.

November 15, 2021

What is Cybersecurity And Its Importance For Medical Device Manufacturers: Episode 1

November 15, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast details what medical device cybersecurity is and why you should care.

November 8, 2021

Field Medical External Stakeholders: Episode 3 Interacting with Academic Drug Developers

November 8, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast details potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with Academic Drug Developers.

November 8, 2021

Imposter Syndrome in Medical Affairs

November 8, 2021September 15, 2023

At some point, many people feel they’re simply “not good enough." Unfortunately, this is such a common occurrence that it has a name: Imposter Syndrome.

October 27, 2021

Collaborating, Managing and Motivating Teams Across Multiple Time Zones

October 27, 2021September 15, 2023

In this webinar, three panelists who work with teams across multiple time zones will share how they collaborate, manage and motivate to optimize team participation and engagement.

October 25, 2021

The Ghosts of MSL Past, Present and Future

October 25, 2021September 15, 2023

This podcast sponsored by VISFO explores the past, present and future of the Medical Science Liaison role.

October 18, 2021

The Evolution of Medical Communications as a Strategic Partner in Medical Affairs Function

October 18, 2021September 15, 2023

“Data doesn’t exist until it is published.” Here, MAPS speaks with MedComm FAWG co-leads about innovations and future directions for Medical Communications within Medical Affairs.

October 18, 2021

Field Medical External Stakeholders: Episode 2 Partnering with Patient Advocacy Organizations

October 18, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast details potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with Patient Advocacy Groups.

October 13, 2021

MAPS 2021 INDUSTRY BENCHMARKING REPORT

October 13, 2021September 15, 2023

This 2021 Benchmark Report is based on findings from 21 leading industry organizations regarding their organizational structure, budget, and operations.

October 4, 2021

Medical Affairs Mind Reading: The Difference Between Presentation and Conversation

October 4, 2021September 15, 2023

A Q&A with David Williams, Chief Medical Officer, VISFO

September 30, 2021

Joint MAPS, IFAPP, APPA, MSLS MSL Position Paper: Meet the Author Highlights

September 30, 2021September 15, 2023

Since its publication in the journal of Therapeutic Innovation & Regulatory Science in July, the article "Promoting Best Practices for Medical Science Liaisons Position Statement from the APPA, IFAPP, MAPS and MSLS," has been read more than 4000 times. This article presents highlights from a recent MAPS webinar with the paper's authors, focusing on further defining the role and best practices for Medical Science Liaisons.

September 29, 2021

How to Engage External Research (IIR and Collaborative Research) - Practical Compliance Considerations

September 29, 2021September 15, 2023

This webinar explores WHAT is IIR vs. Collaborative Research and discusses the challenges of conducting IIR and Collaborative Research.

September 22, 2021

Field Medical Metrics/KPIs Guidance Document

September 22, 2021September 15, 2023

When quantitative and qualitative Field Medical KPIs and metrics are aligned with the organization’s strategic plan, these measurements demonstrate value. Defining and communicating this value is an essential task as Field Medical solidifies its role as a strategic pillar within the organization.

September 22, 2021

Digital Analytics and Social Media in External Education – Where to start and what’s possible?

September 22, 2021September 15, 2023

This webinar explores how to implement a digital presence to uncover external education unmet needs and gaps.

September 21, 2021

How the Use of non-Registrational Evidence by Medical Affairs Improves Patient Outcomes

September 21, 2021September 15, 2023

This paper discusses the sources and uses of non-registrational evidence and describes why Medical Affairs is positioned to lead and own the nRE Strategic Plan.

September 15, 2021

Beyond Content: HCP Communication Preferences in the Virtual Era

September 15, 2021September 15, 2023

During this webinar, a panel of three thought leaders in Medical Communications and Content Strategy will discuss how insights into HCP communication preferences can support the development of your digital engagement strategy and tactics.

September 9, 2021

Surprising Lessons for Medical Presenters from the Acropolis

September 9, 2021September 15, 2023

Near the end of Jill Donahue's family trip to Greece, an unlicensed tour guide, Charis, showed what communication mastery looks like.

September 1, 2021

Meet the Authors - Promoting Best Practices for Medical Science Liaisons Position Statement from the APPA, IFAPP, MAPS and MSLS

September 1, 2021September 15, 2023

This webinar explores best practices for Medical Science Liaisons with experts from APPA, IFAPP, MAPS and MSLS.

August 30, 2021

Field Medical External Stakeholders: Episode 1 - Medical Communication Agencies

August 30, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast details potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key external partners.

August 25, 2021

How MyHealthTeams Cofounder and CEO, Eric Peacock, Brings a Patient-Centric Perspective to Medical Affairs

August 25, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with MyHealthTeams Cofounder and CEO, Eric Peacock, about how health communities can help the biopharmaceutical industry develop new products that truly make a difference in patients’ lives.

August 24, 2021

The Art and Science of Journal Selection

August 24, 2021September 15, 2023

This paper addresses the complexities of prioritizing contemporary journal offerings to accomplish article objectives and overall publication planning goals.

August 23, 2021

The Neuroscience of Success in Medical Affairs

August 23, 2021September 15, 2023

This article explores the neuroscience of success and how a different, more thought-out approach to our behavior in the workplace can lead to higher chances of career success in the long run.

August 20, 2021

Podcast Episodes 1-18: Field Medical Stakeholders

August 20, 2021September 15, 2023

Episodes 1-18 of the MAPS Field Medical Focus Area Working Group podcast series, "Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow"

August 18, 2021

Evolving Role for Medical Affairs in Biopharmaceutical and MedTech Product Launch Requires New Skills, New Thinking

August 18, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with leaders from Lundbeck, Biogen, BMS and Medline about new best practices for the product launch planning process.

August 16, 2021

Digital Decision Tree: Have You Taken the Digital Quotient Quiz?

August 16, 2021September 15, 2023

Are you a digital Jedi Master, a Jedi Knight, or Padawan? Or are your digital transformation skills stuck in the Dark Side? Take the Digital Quotient Quiz to find out!

August 13, 2021

Membership Benefits

August 13, 2021September 15, 2023

August 11, 2021

Health Disparities 1: FDA Efforts to Advance Women and Minorities in Clinical Trials

August 11, 2021September 15, 2023

This session provides a learning opportunity for our audience by providing background on FDA’s Offices of Minority Health and Health Equity, and Women’s Health

August 4, 2021

Using Medical Insights to Improve Medication Access

August 4, 2021September 15, 2023

Through generation of Medical Insights, MA enhances its “third pillar” role within the pharmaceutical company and demonstrates value as a key driver in activities directly affecting patient outcomes.

August 2, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Episode 18 -- Market Development

August 2, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast details strategic opportunities of compliant collaborations between Field Medical and Marketing Development.

July 28, 2021

Practical Approaches to External Education Impact Measurements

July 28, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar details strategies Medical Affairs professionals in External Education can use to assess HCP learning.

July 26, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Episode 17 -- Marketing

July 26, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast details strategic opportunities of compliant collaborations between Field Medical and Marketing.

July 23, 2021

Best Practices for Medical Science Liaisons: APPA, IFAPP, MAPS and MSLS

July 23, 2021September 15, 2023

This position paper is intended outline the roles and responsibilities expected of an MSL and provide clarity on the juxtaposition of MSLs and Sales representatives (SRs) when it comes to scientific exchange versus promotional messaging.

July 20, 2021

Expanding Capabilities in Medical Information

July 20, 2021September 15, 2023

This session will provide an overview of the foundation of Medical Information, Enhancement Opportunities for Medical Information, and Medical Information Value to the Organization.

July 15, 2021

Online Discoverability of Publications: The Role of Search Engine Optimization

July 15, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar details how search engine optimization (SEO) can help to ensure HCPs and other stakeholders find your publications.

July 13, 2021

Presenting and Facilitating with Impact: Planning and Preparation

July 13, 2021September 15, 2023

As the bridge between the organization and external stakeholders, Medical Affairs professionals require excellent communication skills. This eLearning course creates expertise in planning and delivering presentations in all formats to all audiences.

July 13, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders Episode 16 Panel Discussion: The Role of MSL Excellence & Capabilities

July 13, 2021September 15, 2023

This special edition of the MAPS Field Medical podcast series features four global leaders in MSL excellence sharing their subject matter expertise on MSL capabilities.

July 7, 2021

Medical Information: How Did We Execute on Our Learnings to Ensure a Great Patient Experience

July 7, 2021September 15, 2023

At the end of this series of podcasts, the participant should be able to discuss the functions and activities of key internal partners and identify potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key internal partners.

June 29, 2021

External Education Standards & Guidance and Templates

June 29, 2021September 15, 2023

Comprehensive Standards & Guidance resource providing direction for Medical Affairs External Education professionals delivering independent and company-led Medical Education.

June 28, 2021

Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 15: Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)

June 28, 2021September 15, 2023

In this episode of Partnering for Today and Tomorrow we discuss the functions and activities of key internal partners and how we identify potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key internal partners.

June 24, 2021

MAPS Focus Area Working Group Charts the Future of External Education in Medical Affairs

June 24, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with External Education FAWG leaders about their Standards and Guidance resource and about recent changes and future directions of External Education.

June 23, 2021

Intro to Coaching in Medical Affairs

June 23, 2021September 15, 2023

Placing more focus on self-development and knowledge acquisition is imperative for Medical Affairs professionals of tomorrow — making proper coaching crucial for MA leaders.

June 20, 2021

Medical Information: An Innovative Approach to Understanding the Needs of Our Patients

June 20, 2021September 15, 2023

In this episode of Partnering for Today and Tomorrow we discuss the functions and activities of key internal partners and how we identify potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key internal partners.

June 16, 2021

Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 14 Regulatory

June 16, 2021September 15, 2023

In this episode of Partnering for Today and Tomorrow we discuss the functions and activities of key internal partners and how we identify potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key internal partners.

June 9, 2021

Unlocking the Secrets of Virtual Work | WHITE PAPER

June 9, 2021September 15, 2023

Pharmaceutical teams need a different way to approach working virtually. The secret isn't adding more virtual calls, but unlocking the strategic power of virtual work. Download this white paper to see how your peers are achieving more, with fewer meetings.

June 7, 2021

Medical Information: A Patient Centric Approach

June 7, 2021September 15, 2023

In this podcast you will understand the core goals and activities that support patient centricity within Medical Information and discuss how Medical Information colleagues can support patient-centric initiatives.

June 4, 2021

Zoom and Teams: Scheduling, Showing Up, and Recording

June 4, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS offers a short video tutorial on Zoom/Teams best practices. Yes, it's finally time to learn to use these tools well...

June 3, 2021

The Power of Mastermind Groups for Medical Affairs

June 3, 2021September 15, 2023

mastermind groups represent peer mentoring collectives — with members of various levels of education and professional experience, seeking to solve issues using advice and input from other group members.

June 1, 2021

Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 13 Training/Learning & Development

June 1, 2021September 15, 2023

In this episode of Partnering for Today and Tomorrow we discuss the functions and activities of key internal partners and how we identify potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key internal partners.

May 26, 2021

Building a Next Generation Community of Medical Affairs with Mentorship

May 26, 2021September 15, 2023

Three accomplished Medical Affairs executives representing different regions of the globe have helped build the inaugural Mentorship Program at MAPS will be discussing their personal stories, perspectives, and offer critical suggestions that will redefine and inspire a next generation view of Mentorship

May 25, 2021

Leadership Perspectives 5: Learning to Lead People

May 25, 2021September 15, 2023

Here we explore how some of the top Medical Affairs leaders from Johnson & Johnson think about evolving from a highly skilled individual contributor to a people leader.

May 24, 2021

Adapting to the Virtual Conference Experience P3

May 24, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast will explain how the in-person conference experience has changed and adapted to the virtual environment and discusses styles and formats that uniquely suit the online virtual conference experience

May 19, 2021

SWOT Analysis: A Useful Tool to Help Define Strategic Business Planning

May 19, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS Webinar details SWOT Analysis and teaches participants to recognize how to apply the outputs of a SWOT analysis to strategic business planning efforts.

May 17, 2021

Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 12 Compliance

May 17, 2021September 15, 2023

Medical Science Liaisons work in a complex ecosystem of internal and external stakeholders, with may of these actions shaped by the rules of compliance. Here the MAPS Field Medical Focus Area Working Group offers an inside look at how you and your MSL team can do our essential work while keeping on the right side of what's right

May 10, 2021

Adapting to the Virtual Conference Experience P2

May 10, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast will explain how the in-person conference experience has changed and adapted to the virtual environment and discusses styles and formats that uniquely suit the online virtual conference experience

May 4, 2021

Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 11 Clinical Operations

May 4, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast discusses the functions and activities of key internal partners and Identifies potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs.

May 3, 2021

Isma Benattia, Vice President of Amgen Europe Medical Affairs, on the future of MSL - HCP interactions

May 3, 2021September 15, 2023

This Q&A describes Amgen Europe HCP preference survey results and wider changes in the way MSLs will work with their HCP peers as we emerge from the pandemic.

April 28, 2021

Partnering With Patients In Asia Pacific

April 28, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast introduces listeners to social listening to gather insights and discusses implementation, value and technologies.

April 28, 2021

A Year with COVID-19: Scientific Engagements Pulse Check

April 28, 2021September 15, 2023

This paper describes survey results from Amgen JAPAC Medical Affairs examining the current state in early 2021 of medical engagement amongst healthcare professionals.

April 28, 2021

Learnings from a practical experience of using NLP/ AI in Medical Affairs

April 28, 2021September 15, 2023

Demonstrate the use of technology to automate part of the MLR Review and Approval process and learn how to provide details of a proof-of-concept to test AI-enabled technology in Medical Affairs.

April 27, 2021

Leadership Perspectives 4: Medical Affairs Career Development

April 27, 2021September 15, 2023

Here we explore how some of the top Medical Affairs leaders from Johnson & Johnson think about career leadership development opportunities and challenges.

April 26, 2021

Adapting to the Virtual Conference Experience P1

April 26, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast introduces listeners to social listening to gather insights and discusses implementation, value and technologies.

April 26, 2021

Creating An Integrated Core Scientific Framework For Communicating To Diverse External Stakeholders: A Health Science Approach

April 26, 2021September 15, 2023

This webinar helps viewers evaluate theuse, structure and evolution of scientific communications platforms

April 21, 2021

There is a magic when Medical and AI ethics are best friends

April 21, 2021September 15, 2023

Unleashing opportunities for better understanding and collaboration between experts in AI and medical

April 21, 2021

Chronic Conditions Have Worsened During Covid. Here’s How Medical Affairs Leaders Can Help.

April 21, 2021September 15, 2023

Now is a critical time for Medical Affairs leaders to redefine their roles and boldly re-engage patients by employing a few key tactics learned from the past year.

April 20, 2021

How can Medical Affairs and HEOR work together more effectively?

April 20, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast with AlphaGroup of Medical Communications Companies explores areas of collaboration between Medical Affairs and HEOR groups.

April 19, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 10 Patient Advocacy

April 19, 2021September 15, 2023

"If you ask patient communities their major concerns, it's affordable access," says Alissa Heizler-Mendoza speaking about patient advocacy in Medical Affairs.

April 15, 2021

The Value of Medical Information to Internal Stakeholders

April 15, 2021September 15, 2023

MedInfo Teams contribute to the business with clinical expertise, extensive knowledge of the company products and medical literature, insights of customer needs, and a strong understanding of the business.

April 14, 2021

Benchmarking patient centricity in Pharma across its many stakeholders

April 14, 2021September 15, 2023

The webinar will provide a snapshot of insights on what matters to patients and how pharma fares in terms of patient centricity based on a new patient centricity benchmarking survey piloted in 2019.

April 7, 2021

The U.S. National Health Council’s Programs: An Introduction and How Medical Affairs Professionals Can Become Involved

April 7, 2021September 15, 2023

This session describes the National Health Council and opportunities for Medical Affairs professionals to get involved.

April 6, 2021

Leadership Perspectives 3: Transitioning Across Therapeutic Areas

April 6, 2021September 15, 2023

J&J leaders detail how to think about managing the challenge of broadening the focus of a Medical Affairs career to encompass new and multiple therapeutic areas.

April 5, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 9 Corporate Alliance Management

April 5, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast identifies potential areas for compliant collaboration by medical science liaisons with key internal Medical Affairs partners

April 1, 2021

Share of Scientific Voice Measures and Supports Success in Medical Affairs

April 1, 2021September 15, 2023

This webinar reviews the rationale for SoSV as a performance metric in MA, how it is implemented in practice, and examine how it can be used strategically to measure, prioritize and achieve success.

March 31, 2021

Beyond the Field: Evolving Field Medical Engagement and Talent for the Future

March 31, 2021September 15, 2023

This report shares the key insights from a MAPS special session on Field Medical engagement and provides further context from Medical Affairs colleagues who have first-hand knowledge of the ever-changing Field Medical role.

March 29, 2021

Impact of the 21st Century Cures Act

March 29, 2021September 15, 2023

The objective of this podcast is to discuss how the 21st Century Cures Act has led to new initiatives at FDA involving Real World Evidence.

March 24, 2021

The Safety Impact of Medical Device Cybersecurity

March 24, 2021September 15, 2023

Connectivity and digitization of medical device technologies can improve device functionality and benefit. However, the connection of medical devices to networks or the internet exposes them to increased cyber threats.

March 24, 2021

The Current State and Future Directions of Insights-Related Activities Within Medical Affairs

March 24, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with co-leads of the Insights Focus Area Working Group (FAWG) about the current state and future directions for Insights in Medical Affairs.

March 23, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 8 Clinical Trials

March 23, 2021September 15, 2023

This 8th episode in our Field Medical podcast series explores the evolving roles of MSLs in the context of clinical trials.

March 19, 2021

Diverse Representation in Clinical Research: Sharing Patient and Physician Perspectives

March 19, 2021September 15, 2023

Patient Advisors and Diversity Experts share their perspectives on diverse representation in clinical trials and key barriers to research access, and explore solutions to address these critical issues.

March 17, 2021

HEO-what?! Introduction to the ISPOR Competency Framework and its Relevance to Medical Affairs Professionals Interested in HEOR

March 17, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar details HEOR professional competencies included in the ISPOR Competency Framework, defining which are most relevant to Medical Affairs professionals.

March 16, 2021

Leadership Perspectives - Keys to Success in Medical Affairs

March 16, 2021September 15, 2023

In this edition of Perspectives, MAPS Americas Region President, Dr John Pracyk speaks with J&J leaders about the keys to success in Medical Affairs.

March 16, 2021

Moving to an Integrated, Holistic Approach to Insights-Related Activities in Medical Affairs

March 16, 2021September 15, 2023

This paper explores how moving to a holistic, multi-channel approach to insights will create value for the organization, patients and the medical community.

March 15, 2021

Typical Challenges with Moving Digitalization Initiatives Forward for Medical Affairs -- Episode 3

March 15, 2021September 15, 2023

This podcast offers insights surrounding common challenges Medical Affairs organizations face in offering best-in-class digital capabilities.

March 10, 2021

Erick Post Test

March 10, 2021September 15, 2023

March 10, 2021

Medical Communications as Strategic Drivers of Scientific Communications

March 10, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar aims to foster discussion about the role of Medical Communications as Strategic Medical Affairs leaders.

March 9, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 7 Medical Writing/Publications

March 9, 2021September 15, 2023

At the end of this series of podcasts, the participant should be able to identify potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key internal partners.

March 4, 2021

Leadership Perspectives - Transitioning into Medical Affairs

March 4, 2021September 15, 2023

In this edition of Perspectives, MAPS Americas Region President, Dr John Pracyk speaks with J&J leaders on how they transitioned to a career in Medical Affairs.

March 2, 2021

Typical Challenges with Moving Digitalization Initiatives Forward for Medical Affairs - Episode 2

March 2, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast discusses common challenges Medical Affairs organizations face in offering best-in-class digital capabilities to its customers.

February 24, 2021

Aligning Healthcare Professional and Patient Education: Challenges and Risks

February 24, 2021September 15, 2023

Join this session to understand aligned HCP and patient education activities from the perspective of the current landscape, Medical Affairs support for aligned medical education and risk mitigation ensuring transparency, fairness and lawfulness.

February 24, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 6 Medical Information

February 24, 2021September 15, 2023

This 6th episode of the MAPS Field Medical podcast series explores Medical Information.

February 19, 2021

Launch Excellence Best Practices for Medical Affairs

February 19, 2021September 15, 2023

In this module you will: review the changing role of Medical Affairs and how it has become a strong strategic partner in product launch excellence (LE); gain insights into the components of LE; identify processes, systems, and tools to support LE; utilize templates to support LE planning.

February 17, 2021

Keeping and Growing Field Medical Talent Now and for the Future

February 17, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar offers strategies for MSL retention and skill development within Medical Affairs.

February 16, 2021

Typical Challenges with Moving Digitalization Initiatives Forward for Medical Affairs

February 16, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast discusses common challenges Medical Affairs organizations face in offering best-in-class digital capabilities to its customers.

February 10, 2021

Audience Amplification

February 10, 2021September 15, 2023

This Medical Affairs webinar will increase your understanding of how to use digital tools to enhance the impact of scientific communications.

February 8, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 5 Government Affairs

February 8, 2021September 15, 2023

This 5th episode of the MAPS Field Medical podcast series details key issues for Medical Science Liaisons in the context of government affairs.

February 3, 2021

Serving as a Trusted Advisor for Cross-Functional Partners to Achieve Synergies

February 3, 2021September 15, 2023

After completing this Webinar, participants will be better able to recognize and avoid pre-launch pitfalls from the perspective of cross-functional partners from Commercial, Market Access, and R&D.

February 1, 2021

Developing Publication PLS: The Patient Perspective

February 1, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast describes publication plain-language summaries and how patients find them useful.

January 27, 2021

Highlighting Project ECHO: A model to improve patient care & build health system capacity

January 27, 2021September 15, 2023

Join this session to understand how an effective digital tele-mentoring program builds local capacity in rural and underserved areas by empowering healthcare professionals to treat complex diseases that have historically only been treated by specialists.

January 26, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders Partnering for Today and Tomorrow -- Episode 4: Market Access

January 26, 2021September 15, 2023

This podcast from the MAPS Field Medical Focus Area Working Group identifies areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with key internal partners.

January 21, 2021

How COVID-19 Accelerates Orthopedic Opportunities in Ambulatory Surgery - episode 2

January 21, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast explores ways medical device companies can capitalize on the shift from inpatient surgical settings to hospital outpatient departments.

January 21, 2021

Communicating the Value and Measuring Impact of Medical Affairs Functions – Medical Dashboards and KPIs

January 21, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar reviews examples of well-designed metrics/KPI* dashboards – cadence, content and audience to ensure impactful and empowered Medical Affairs functions

January 19, 2021

Developing Publication Plain Language Summaries: The Pharma Perspective

January 19, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast explores the value and challenges of publication plain-language (PLS) summaries in the pharmaceutical industry.

January 13, 2021

Make Communications, Not War: Best Practices for Medical, Legal and Regulatory Review

January 13, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar details potential hurdles of the MLR review process, function alignment, and our changing MLR environment and possible solutions.

January 12, 2021

Essentials of Real World Evidence (RWE)

January 12, 2021September 15, 2023

This Powerpoint offers a comprehensive overview of Real World Evidence (RWE) and its evolving use in the biopharmaceutical industry.

January 11, 2021

Creating an HEOR Function Within Medical Affairs

January 11, 2021September 15, 2023

MAPS explores Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR): Why a Medical Affairs organization needs an HEOR function and how to build this capability.

January 6, 2021

Enforcement and Compliance in Current Times

January 6, 2021September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar details enforcement trends, key risks associated with the shift from in-person to virtual activities due to the pandemic and compliance considerations for conducting promotional and educational activities virtually.

January 5, 2021

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 3 Medical Affairs

January 5, 2021September 15, 2023

The third episode of the MAPS podcast series exploring Field Medical collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.

December 16, 2020

Do's and Don'ts of Visual Communication and Data Visualization

December 16, 2020September 15, 2023

In this Medical Affairs webinar, founder and CEO of Killer Visual Strategies, Amy Balliett, helps you master data visualization best practices.

December 15, 2020

Medical Affairs Launch Excellence Standards & Guidance and Templates

December 15, 2020September 15, 2023

Standards & Guidance plus downloadable templates for Medical Affairs Launch Excellence

December 14, 2020

Medical Affairs Plans: From Strategic Planning to Measuring Impact - Episode 4

December 14, 2020September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast describes how cross-functional teams within Medical Affairs can use strategic plans to inform decision making and assess impact of efforts.

December 10, 2020

How can effective internal training lead to better patient outcomes?

December 10, 2020September 15, 2023

This case study-based webinar discusses how to connect the dots between internal training and improve patient outcomes, specifically focusing on Medical Affairs teams.

December 8, 2020

The Power of Mentorship

December 8, 2020September 15, 2023

When Robin Winter-Sperry started in the pharmaceutical industry, her mentor, Evelyn was one of the few female managers.

December 7, 2020

Medical Affairs Plans: From Strategic Planning to Measuring Impact -- Episode 3

December 7, 2020September 15, 2023

Listeners will understand how the Medical Affairs strategic planning process can drive decision making throughout the year.

December 4, 2020

Building a Framework to Manage MSL Insights

December 4, 2020September 15, 2023

This Medical Affairs webinar teaches attendees to build a framework that enables MSL insights to inform Medical strategy at both the local and global level.

December 1, 2020

EMEA 2020 Virtual Q&A

December 1, 2020September 15, 2023

Questions submitted during EMEA 2020 sessions, answered by our speakers and panelists.

November 30, 2020

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow - Episode 2 Global Product Strategy

November 30, 2020September 15, 2023

Participants will learn the functions and activities of key internal partners and will identify potential areas for compliant collaboration with these partners.

November 23, 2020

Reimagining Scientific Engagements During COVID-19

November 23, 2020September 15, 2023

Amgen Japan and Asia Pacific (JAPAC) Medical Affairs team shares MSL survey results to explore innovative new ways of working to serve as a model for reimagining scientific engagement during and post-COVID-19.

November 19, 2020

Digitally Transforming Your Medical Affairs Organization—Why and How to Do It!

November 19, 2020September 15, 2023

This Medical Affairs webinar assembles leading biopharma industry experts to discuss preparing your organization for digital transformation.

November 16, 2020

History of Real-World Evidence Prior to the 21st Century Cures Act

November 16, 2020September 15, 2023

Medical Affairs thought leaders discuss the Pre-21st Century Cures Act uses of Real World Evidence (RWE) in regulatory decision-making.

November 9, 2020

Medical Affairs Plans: From Strategic Planning to Measuring Impact - Episode 2

November 9, 2020September 15, 2023

The Series Podcast Objectives are: Podcast objectives include understanding how the medical affairs strategic planning process can drive decision making throughout the year

November 4, 2020

Janssen Pharmaceuticals Joins Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS) Industry Partnership Program

November 4, 2020September 15, 2023

The Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS) is honored to announce the inclusion of Johnson and Johnson Pharmaceuticals (JNJ) in the MAPS Industry Partnership Program

November 3, 2020

Medical Affairs Lessons from a 2-Month Pandemic Preview

November 3, 2020September 15, 2023

Amgen’s Victoria Elegant and Ka Weng Mah had front row seats to the start of COVID-19 in Asia. Here is what they learned about the future of Medical Affairs.

November 2, 2020

Field Medical Stakeholders: Partnering for Today and Tomorrow (Episode 1 -- Global Communications)

November 2, 2020September 15, 2023

Medical Affairs thought leaders discuss the function, activities and opportunities for compliant collaboration with key internal partners.

November 2, 2020

MAPS Global Town Hall Series Q&A: Digital Innovation in Medical Affairs and the Evolution of Field Medical During the Pandemic and Beyond

November 2, 2020September 15, 2023

Q&A with Medical Affairs thought leaders describing changes in Digital and Field Medical during the pandemic and beyond

October 29, 2020

How to succeed in cross-functional collaboration: the SCARF model for Medical Affairs

October 29, 2020September 15, 2023

This webinar describes the NeuroLeadership Institute's SCARF model (Status, Certainty, Autonomy, Relatedness, Fairness) and its application to the practice of Medical Affairs

October 21, 2020

Joseph Eid: From Childhood in Civil War Lebanon to Medical Affairs Leader

October 21, 2020September 15, 2023

Nothing could stand between Joseph Eid and his dream of becoming a doctor—not even gunfire.

October 20, 2020

The Application of Real-World Evidence in Regulatory Decision Making

October 20, 2020September 15, 2023

Cerise James, MD, moderates this podcast in which Neil Belson, JD, discusses Real World Evidence and its impact to the biopharmaceutical industry.

October 20, 2020

Contemporary Applications of Real-World Evidence in Regulatory Decision Making: A Case Series Review

October 20, 2020September 15, 2023

Real-World Evidence can show safety and effectiveness per FDA’s “totality of evidence approach” for evaluating regulatory submissions.

October 19, 2020

PODCAST: Medical Affairs Plans -- From Strategic Planning to Measuring Impact

October 19, 2020September 15, 2023

This Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS) podcast features medical affairs thought leaders offering insights into the Medical Affairs strategic planning process

October 15, 2020

MAPS Global Town Hall: Digital Innovation in Medical Affairs and the Evolution of Field Medical During the Pandemic and Beyond

October 15, 2020September 15, 2023

This special 75-minute MAPS Global Town Hall focuses on the challenges that are arising from the global Covid-19 pandemic and the emerging opportunity for Medical Affairs to provide strategic leadership.

October 15, 2020

Why Good Science is Good Business: A Conversation with Murali Gopal, MD

October 15, 2020September 15, 2023

Murali Gopal, MD, discusses the power of Integrated Brand Planning to transform the Medical Affairs function within the biopharmaceutical industry

October 13, 2020

MAPS Board Chair, Charlotte Kremer: Why The Strategic Rise of Medical Affairs Is Central to Pharma’s Future Success

October 13, 2020September 15, 2023

Medical Affairs leaders need to be ready to interact with the C-Suite to make smarter decisions and focus performance measures on patient-centric outcomes.

October 12, 2020

PODCAST: Expert Engagement -- Driving the Strategic Impact of Medical Affairs

October 12, 2020September 15, 2023

MAPS in conversation with Robert Groebel, VP Global Strategy, MONOCL, and Danie du Plessis, VP Medical Affaris, Kyowa Kirin

October 6, 2020

Eileen Sawyer: Big Reader, Science Nerd and Medical Affairs Leader in Gene Therapy

October 6, 2020September 15, 2023

Sawyer is making it her life’s work to focus on the patient—the most important stakeholder in drug development.

October 5, 2020

PODCAST: Executive Leadership Perspectives on MA Strategic Planning - Episode 2

October 5, 2020September 15, 2023

In this second of two podcast episodes, Pete Piliero moderates a discussion on contributions Medical Affairs makes to Asset Strategic Plans and Resourcing of a Medical Affairs Plan.

October 1, 2020

The Future of Medical Affairs: A Conversation with Beat Sümegi, SVP Medical, Sanofi

October 1, 2020September 15, 2023

MAPS speaks with Beat Sümegi, SVP Medical with Sanofi, about major areas of change and the need to help Medical Affairs professionals build new skills to succeed in this world of increased responsibility and opportunity.

September 28, 2020

Disruption to Opportunity: The Next Digital Frontier for Medical Affairs and Healthcare with the New Normal

September 28, 2020September 15, 2023

This Webinar features Medical Affairs and leading technology thought leaders exploring emerging trends and viewpoints on the next frontier for digital in Medical Affairs and the broader healthcare environment with the “New Normal”.

September 28, 2020

PODCAST: Executive Leadership Perspectives on Medical Affairs Strategic Planning - Episode 1

September 28, 2020September 15, 2023

Pete Piliero, MD, moderates a discussion on contributions Medical Affairs makes to Asset Strategic Plans.

September 22, 2020

Training Needs for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) in Evolving Pharmaceutical and MedTech Industries

September 22, 2020September 15, 2023

This article formalizes learnings from the MAPS Annual Conference 2020, providing best practices for MSLs in the context of the ongoing pandemic and beyond.

September 21, 2020

Medical Affairs Improves Patient Outcomes Through External Medical Education

September 21, 2020September 15, 2023

External medical education demands are continuously evolving, and MA needs to continue to evolve with these changes to establish effective education strategies.

September 18, 2020

Medical Affairs 2.0: Innovating Medical Affairs for Digital Therapeutics

September 18, 2020September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar presents an overview of the current and near term Digital Therapeutics landscape and details real-world applications of Digital Therapeutics to illustrate potential in driving transformation of clinical practices to improve patient outcomes.

September 16, 2020

Company-Led Education…What is in the Name?

September 16, 2020September 15, 2023

What is company and medical affairs led education and how it is perceived by audience? What are the different perspectives existing among regulators, Pharma and agencies? What is the potential for disease state medical education by medical affairs?

September 11, 2020

Future-Proofing Your Medical Affairs Organization

September 11, 2020September 15, 2023

OBJECTIVES: Identify the major trends and drivers towards digital transformation and drive Medical Affairs towards a digital future.

September 3, 2020

A Compelling Strategic Role for Medical Affairs in the Context of the new EU MedTech Regulations

September 3, 2020September 15, 2023

This article provides an overview of the new MedTech European regulatory environment and opportunities for the Medical Affairs function to evolve and bring value to the respective organizations.

August 24, 2020

Partnering with Patients in Asia Pacific

August 24, 2020September 15, 2023

This webinar from the MAPS APAC region shares best practices for effectively leveraging patient insights to inform decision making.

August 20, 2020

Embracing a Customer-Centric Mindset in Medical Affairs through Digital Transformation

August 20, 2020September 15, 2023

This MAPS webinar features Todd Neuville, Worldwide Leader – Life Sciences, Amazon Web Services presenting a case study of Amazon’s approach of “working backwards,” in discussion with our expert panel.

August 19, 2020

Communicating the Value of Medical Affairs

August 19, 2020September 15, 2023

This white paper explores the role and value of MA, backed up with commentary from industry leaders, as we define clear pillars of MA that communicate its true value.

August 19, 2020

AI Foundations for Medical Affairs

August 19, 2020September 15, 2023

Through this course you will recognize terms such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning, and neural networks to arrive at best decisions and insights needed for success.

July 28, 2020

Global Town Hall: An Opportunity for Medical Affairs Strategic Leadership During the Pandemic and Beyond

July 28, 2020September 15, 2023

This MAPS Global Town Hall focuses on the challenges arising from the global Covid-19 pandemic and the emerging opportunity for Medical Affairs to provide strategic leadership.

July 13, 2020

Rethinking HCP Engagement During and Post-Pandemic

July 13, 2020September 15, 2023

As a result of the global COVID-19 outbreak, field teams are no longer able to visit HCPs face-to-face. During this Webinar, we will explore the skills and challenges around effective remote engagement and share hints and tips to help you access, engage and follow-up with HCPs remotely.

July 1, 2020

What can we learn from 2 insight surveys of MAPS membership?

July 1, 2020September 15, 2023

This paper provides a brief overview of the results of two MAPS insight surveys as well as suggested next steps to develop a common framework that biopharma companies can use to achieve a more consistent and effective approach to generating medical insights as a principal driver for strategy shaping and choice of tactics.

June 25, 2020

APAC Town Hall: The New Competencies Required for MA Professionals to Excel in the New Environment

June 25, 2020September 15, 2023

In this APAC Town Hall, senior leaders discuss: Managing Individual Performance Remotely; Virtual Leadership Mindset & Skills; Effective Team Engagement in the Virtual Space; Engagement of KOLs Virtually

June 18, 2020

Learning Agility: An Emergent Capability for Future-Proofing Medical Affairs Strategic Planning

June 18, 2020September 15, 2023

This article aims to position learning agility as an emergent capability that supports the future-proofing of Medical Affairs strategic planning processes and outputs. In essence, learning agility is a set of skills, competencies, and mindsets that support our capability of “knowing what to do when we don’t know what to do.”

June 17, 2020

Beyond Patient Centricity: True Patient Partnership in the Pharmaceutical Industry

June 17, 2020September 15, 2023

This article provides a cross-functional perspective on the current state of patient centricity in our industry as well as practical examples for Medical Affairs professionals to implement patient-focused approaches in their everyday work.

June 15, 2020

Contemporary Practices for Data Generation Strategies: Design, Implementation, and Communication of New Evidence

June 15, 2020September 15, 2023

Join this Webinar to better understand contemporary practices for data generation strategies; describe how to design data generation strategies, implementation of the strategies, and how to communicate new evidence; and describe how real-world evidence may be utilized to support product value including regulatory label change.

June 10, 2020

Interview: The Value of Medical Affairs

June 10, 2020September 15, 2023

Joseph Eid, MD, SVP, Head of Global Medical Affairs at Bristol Myers Squibb, describes how Medical Affairs can ensure representation of the patient voice in product development, and the positive shift and elevated prominence Medical Affairs is achieving within companies.

June 3, 2020

Impact of COVID-19 on Global MA Compliance Panel

June 3, 2020September 15, 2023

Join expert panelists on this Webinar to better understand compliance implications of the changing business models during and post-COVID, and identify Medical Affairs compliance risks and mitigation strategies.

May 20, 2020

Converting Challenges Into Opportunities While Building Your Scientific Communication Platform

May 20, 2020September 15, 2023

The scientific communication platform (SCP) forms the core for all communications about a product and serves as the repository of available evidence and statements to support Medical Affairs strategy. View this Webinar on Converting Challenges Into Opportunities While Building Your SCP.

May 18, 2020

Practical Tips for Virtual Interviews and Onboarding During COVID-19

May 18, 2020September 15, 2023

Remote hiring may seem intimidating if your company isn’t yet accustomed to such a practice, but thousands of teams make it work. Some just do it better than others. Now is the time for Medical Affairs professionals to get [remote]ivated!

May 18, 2020

Managing Your Career – Part 3: Five Modern Medical Affairs Competencies

May 18, 2020September 15, 2023

In part 3 of Managing Your Career in Medical Affairs, Dr. Qasim Ahmad of Novartis describes 5 core Medical Affairs competencies MA professionals can build to demonstrate to leadership the value that Medical Affairs brings, and its strategic far reaching business impact.

May 12, 2020

Managing Your Career – Part 2: How To Maximise Your Chances of Success at Interviews

May 12, 2020September 15, 2023

Interviews are stressful, but you can reduce your adrenaline levels through proper preparation. Medical Affairs has transformed in the last decade and there are a number of key competencies which you should attempt to demonstrate through each and every contact you have with both the recruiter and your prospective employers. This article provides a list of the most desirable competencies and behaviours.

May 11, 2020

Managing Your Career – Part 1: A crash course on how to manage your career in Medical Affairs

May 11, 2020September 15, 2023

Like many things in life, when managing your career timing is everything, and being in the right place at the right time is important. Knowing whether it is the right time for you to move on is not always easy. The pharma and biotech industries are an attractive place to pursue your professional dreams, and some markets are in great demand for Medical Affairs talent. Here are a few tips on how to manage your career planning and how to get ready for your next job.

May 11, 2020

Interview: Medical Affairs as a Strategic Parter to Achieve Better Patient Outcomes

May 11, 2020September 15, 2023

Eileen Sawyer, VP, Global Medical Affairs at uniQure, describes the importance of Medical Affairs acting as a strategic partner, how to effectively engage patients throughout the drug development process, and to ultimately achieve better patient outcomes.

May 10, 2020

Interview: Field Medical's Broad Impact on Patients and Organizations

May 10, 2020September 15, 2023

Ralph Rewers, Sr Director, Global Field Medical Excellence at AbbVie, shares how Field Medical professionals are in a position to impact thousands of patients. Dr. Rewers encourages Field Medical professionals to step into the shoes of the individuals they’re speaking with to better understand their beliefs and behaviors, so organizations can better tailor medical communications to how they receive scientific data.

May 10, 2020

COVID-19: Best Practices & the Future of Medical Affairs - Medical Affairs as a Whole

May 10, 2020September 15, 2023

As experts with a deep knowledge of our medicines, medical technologies, and therapeutic area science, Medical Affairs is uniquely placed to help the industry and healthcare community navigate through these unusual times. While remaining flexible and agile to meet changing needs and requirements today, we can also begin to look forward to see how to flourish in the new normal.

May 7, 2020

Interview: Demystifying Artificial Intelligence

May 7, 2020September 15, 2023

Bill Strickland, AVP, US Field Medical at Allergan, speaks on "demystifying artificial intelligence" at the MAPS 2020 Global Annual Meeting in Miami, and how AI can enhance daily life in this new frontier for Medical Affairs professionals. Dr. Strickland also touches on patient centricity and his leadership philosophy.

April 30, 2020

How To Build A Successful Career As A Medical Affairs Professional

April 30, 2020September 15, 2023

In this session, you will hear “insider tips” from three senior-level Medical Affairs leaders from leading multinational biopharma companies.

April 22, 2020

COVID-19 - A MAPS Global Town Hall: Best Practices & the Future of Medical Affairs

April 22, 2020September 15, 2023

Miss the live town hall? View the on-demand version here as senior leaders from 6 companies discuss how Medical Affairs is functioning during the COVID-19 pandemic, share best practices, and look to the future of MA post-COVID-19. OPEN ACCESS: membership is not required to view.

April 9, 2020

Podcast: European Union Medical Device Regulations (EUMDR)

April 9, 2020September 15, 2023

This podcast series discusses the basics of EUMDR, what this means more globally (FDA, CFDA) and finally – how we can view this as the golden opportunity to elevate the science of our products and communicate a compelling medical value proposition.

April 8, 2020

Launch Readiness 2020: Ensuring Strategy And Value From Global To Local Perspectives

April 8, 2020September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast introduces listeners to social listening to gather insights and discusses implementation, value and technologies.

March 15, 2020

Podcast: Stakeholder Expectations in the Evolving Healthcare Landscape

March 15, 2020September 15, 2023

In this podcast series, panelists discuss the volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) environment that necessitates change in culture, leadership and strategy in life sciences companies. Collaboration with stakeholders are more important than ever and the real value lies in the connections between stakeholder groups. Clarity on who future internal and external stakeholders are is important for Medical Affairs functions.

March 7, 2020

The Human Touch: The Real Issues Behind Burnout

March 7, 2020September 15, 2023

Employees are no longer resources to be exploited and commanded, they are now allies in a shared mission to co-create experiences that deliver better results.

March 3, 2020

Professional Education, Capabilities and Identity in Medical Affairs

March 3, 2020September 15, 2023

This collaborative webinar discusses available postgraduate courses and insights from alumni into how their qualification helped advance their understanding of pharmaceutical medicine and their career.

March 3, 2020

Podcast: Transitioning between Pharma and MedTech…And Vice Versa

March 3, 2020September 15, 2023

In this podcast, senior leaders outline the core similarities and differences between Pharma and MedTech; assess the pros and cons of a potential move from Pharma into MedTech; and describe the practical changes required to anticipate and prepare for such a career move.

February 28, 2020

Podcast: The Dynamic World of Field Medical: Are you a driver or passenger?

February 28, 2020September 15, 2023

Change is the only constant in the MSL role. Panelists will prepare attendees by discussing influences on the MSL role, the rationale for emerging Field Medical roles, and key skill sets to ensure success.

January 25, 2020

Medical Devices are from Mars, Pharmaceuticals are from Venus. What can we learn from each other?

January 25, 2020September 15, 2023

Medical devices and pharma: two sides of the same coin; significantly different but part of the same larger ecosystem. Dr. John Pracyk discusses the implications for Medical Affairs professionals.

December 10, 2019

Driving the Next Wave of Digital Innovation in Healthcare for Medical Affairs

December 10, 2019September 15, 2023

Fireside Chat with Mary Alice Dwyer and Shaji Kalathil: "We believe that the most competitive pharmaceutical companies in the coming decade will leverage data and digital technologies to drive differentiating services and will be in the forefront of pushing the boundaries of digital innovation in healthcare."

November 6, 2019

Will Customer Experiences Shape The Future Of Medical Affairs?

November 6, 2019September 15, 2023

At the conclusion of this session, participants should better understand digital trends seen within Medical Affairs today as well as be aware of why HCP expectations are changing and how to evolve with them to provide better customer experiences

October 20, 2019

Creating an Integrated Core Scientific Framework for Communicating to Diverse External Stakeholders: A Health Science Approach

October 20, 2019September 15, 2023

Evaluate the commonalities and differences in the use, structure and evolution of scientific communications platforms within and between companies; understand how a HealthScience approach can help to integrate insights, communications and evidence generation plans across multiple functions

October 16, 2019

Medical Affairs Strategic Planning Guide and Templates

October 16, 2019September 15, 2023

The MAPS Medical Affairs Strategic Planning Guide and Template has been developed to provide guidance and recommendations to selected components that comprise the strategic medical affairs planning for a product – including the situational analysis, medical strategy, tactical/operational planning, and medical plan summary.

October 11, 2019

Purpose-driven culture: How to make an impact in a value-driven world

October 11, 2019September 15, 2023

Executive Vice President & CMO, UCB, Iris Loew-Friedrich discusses the importance of a purpose-driven culture to employee engagement

September 10, 2019

RWE & The Transformational Role of Digital Health

September 10, 2019September 15, 2023

The digital health revolution implies a clear understanding of strategy, using technology as an enabler to create better outcomes for patients and to power value creation across the healthcare ecosystem. As data specialists, Medical Affairs professionals will be at the forefront of this transformation.

September 9, 2019

Seeing the Big Picture: How Business Acumen Can Help Medical Affairs Deliver Value

September 9, 2019September 15, 2023

Medical Affairs leaders want to be more effective and valuable. They want to secure their seat at the table and influence decisions, impact company performance, and deliver better patient outcomes. To do this, they need to understand the “big picture” of the business and grasp how their decisions and actions contribute to long-term profitability and growth.

September 5, 2019

Understanding AI and ML And Potential Applications For Medical Affairs

September 5, 2019September 15, 2023

This MAPS podcast introduces listeners to social listening to gather insights and discusses implementation, value and technologies.

August 14, 2019

The ABCs of DOLs (Digital Opinion Leaders): Identification, Monitoring, and Engagement

August 14, 2019September 15, 2023

This Webinar provides perspectives on the evolving role of Digital Opinion Leaders in medical education and shares approaches for identifying, monitoring and engaging them in a compliant manor with relevant examples.

August 10, 2019

Medical Affairs: Future Custodians of Digital Health?

August 10, 2019September 15, 2023

Organizations should take a strategic approach to digital health solutions and also treat them with the same level of rigor applied to traditional therapies. Within the industry, the consensus is that it is a case of when, not if, digital health solutions become the norm.

July 31, 2019

How to Reframe Strategy and Compete on Outcomes

July 31, 2019September 15, 2023

In “How to Reframe Strategy and Compete on Outcomes,” John Singer, Global Head of Health Industry Strategy, Innovation and Technology at Wipro, elaborates on why Medical Affairs need to drive “big design” thinking to create value in the new outcomes-based healthcare world.

May 20, 2019

Self-Awareness: How to deepen your insight and see the blind spots that could be holding you back

May 20, 2019September 15, 2023

Here we decode self-awareness – the best approach to self-analysis to avoid being trapped looking in the rear-view mirror – and how to find and fix your blindspots.

April 30, 2019

The Rise and Rise of Medical

April 30, 2019September 15, 2023

In My Journey: The Rise & Rise of Medical, Dr. Ameet Nathwani discusses the need to define and measure our contribution, and why we need to join together as a community to shape the future of healthcare.

April 20, 2019

Digital Health: The Road Ahead for Medical Affairs

April 20, 2019September 15, 2023

In “Digital Health: The Road Ahead for Medical Affairs,” CMO and Head of Medical Affairs & Pharmacovigilance at Bayer, Mike Devoy discusses Medical Affairs’ unique understanding of how value can be created and delivered, and the key role it plays in developing the evidence and solutions around that value in collaboration with internal and external partners.

March 27, 2019

Clinical Statistics for Non-Statisticians (Part 2 of 2)

March 27, 2019September 15, 2023

Part 2 of this series will discuss statistical analysis in clinical trials including null/alternative hypotheses; statistical assumptions (type I error, significance level, type II error, statistical power); hypothesis testing; Statistics used in RCTs, including type of outcome measures, analysis of time-to-event variables (plotting and interpretation of Kaplan-Meier curves).

March 27, 2019

A Global Perspective on Conducting Early Access Programs

March 27, 2019September 15, 2023

Early Access includes a variety of programs by which pharmaceutical companies make investigational therapies available to patients with life-threatening diseases. These patients have either exhausted available treatments or have no approved options. This presentation will review the processes and procedures to consider in the implementation of an Early Access Program and explore the opportunities and challenges posed therein.

February 6, 2019

Patient Engagement in Drug Development: An Opportunity for Medical Affairs

February 6, 2019September 15, 2023

Understand the numerous ways in which partnership with patients can impact the development and commercialization of medicines; the current “patient centric” landscape in pharmaceutical drug development; recent findings related to the value of patient-centric trial design, and innovative approaches to engaging with patients across the study continuum.

November 28, 2018

Field Based Medical LCM in the Device and Pharma World

November 28, 2018September 15, 2023

MSLs are becoming more important and playing key roles across the lifecycle in partnership with many others who play important roles. We will describe the landscape, drivers, and opportunities for engaging with customers across the lifecycle and how we socialize learnings across the organization.

October 30, 2018

Dust Off Your Scientific Communication Platforms: Updating, Implementing, and Operationalizing Them for Success

October 30, 2018September 15, 2023

Ensure understanding of the basic components and processes involved in the development of a scientific communication platform (SCP); how to develop and/or update an SCP so that the scientific and value narratives are integrated; learn how to train and implement an SCP across functional teams; glean insights into tailoring a global SCP to a regional SCP

October 24, 2018

Clinical Statistics for Non-Statisticians (Part 1 of 2)

October 24, 2018September 15, 2023

Part 1 of this series will: define terminologies in statistics; explain different types of data (quantitative vs. qualitative); describe different ways in presenting summary data (such as proportions, means, medians, range and standard deviation); explain 95% confidence intervals; discuss bivariate analyses and appropriate statistical testing for quantitative and qualitative variables

October 10, 2018

Value Assessment for Health Technologies – A Primer on Cost-Effectiveness Analysis and Health Technology Assessment

October 10, 2018September 15, 2023

Health technology and value assessment can be conducted using a variety of methods. Dr. Malone will provide an overview of those methods and an introduction on how to interpret the results from cost-effectiveness studies. This webinar will also discuss issues with defining value for health technologies, especially pharmaceuticals.

September 18, 2018

“MSLs Rattling the Cage” – break out roles, strategic innovation and building excellence for Field Based Medical

September 18, 2018September 15, 2023

Gain tips and tricks for communicating cross-functionally the value of Field Based Medical; enhance your business acumen and ability to leverage the business through science and effective strategy; learn about demonstration of value and how to measure it and to hire, train and retain towards that goal

August 30, 2018

Medical Affairs Excellence and Ethics & Compliance in the Evolving Healthcare Landscape – Collaborating and Leading by Example

August 30, 2018September 15, 2023

This Webinar explores: the role of Medical Affairs in guiding ethical decisions internally and externally; the impact of Medical Affairs beyond its remit; the importance of sharing best practices for the role of Medical Affairs in strategic brand planning, and the ethics and compliance considerations for Medical Affairs plans.

August 30, 2018

Compliance Considerations in Medical/Commercial Collaborations

August 30, 2018September 15, 2023

In this webinar, we explore two scenarios that can open Medical Affairs up to censure. Scenario one explores participation of commercial team members in Medical Advisory Boards and scenario two looks at the implications of a commercial team member requesting a medical team member to participate in a thought leader meeting.

August 24, 2018

Digital Opinion Leaders: A Challenging Role in a Changing Environment

August 24, 2018September 15, 2023

Who is a Digital Opinion Leader? How to engage a DOL? Harmonize understanding of who a DOL is and the milestones to be considered in the implementation of a DOL initiative; build a well-defined road map to implement a DOL engagement initiative at a local level

July 27, 2018

Real World Data: Unlocking Valuable Insights Throughout the Lifecycle

July 27, 2018September 15, 2023

Real world data (RWD), when captured and analyzed, produces the Real-World Evidence (RWE) that underpins the economic case for innovative medicines. This Webinar aims to provide practical insight into the challenges surrounding RWD and RWE generation with interactive conversation on how individual companies are approaching these challenges.

June 29, 2018

Navigating Career Transitions: How to Maximize Your Impact – Without the Burnout

June 29, 2018September 15, 2023

Explore the pitfalls of career transitions, and how to overcome them; look at the key foundations required to make a successful career transition; hear real-life stories, and learn actionable tips, from others who have navigated complex career transitions; explore why health & wellbeing should be a priority on your transition agenda

June 24, 2018

Now More Than Ever, HEOR Plays a Central Role in Forging the Modern Healthcare Agenda

June 24, 2018September 15, 2023

Examine the current state & future of HEOR data in healthcare decision-making; discuss strategies to build strong relationships with payers, the medical community, and patient advocacy groups; determine the impact and value of evidence-based pricing and payment

May 4, 2018

Best Practices for Managing the Life Cycle of an Investigator-Initiated Research (IIR)

May 4, 2018September 15, 2023

This Webinar will discuss the process of investigator initiated research program followed across industry. The process is initiated externally by submission of IIR application via company website followed by internal company review and decision making process. This results in the execution of IIR study contract between the company and the Institution after which the study is initiated by the Investigator.

April 20, 2018

Value Based Contracting & Innovative Payor Engagement for Medical Affairs Professionals, Where is the Market Moving?

April 20, 2018September 15, 2023

This Webinar discusses current trends and anticipated innovations, including the use of outcomes-based agreements; why traditional contracting may not be enough to address the needs of both payers and pharma manufacturers; and insights on the key payer engagement issues you should be considering today to optimize the market success of your products.

March 8, 2018

Patient Centric Real World Data & Evidence Generation

March 8, 2018September 15, 2023

Analysis of RWD leads to clinical evidence known as real world evidence (RWE) regarding the usage and risks and benefits of a therapy. Under the right conditions, RWD and the RWE that follows may be used to support regulatory decisions and contribute to the knowledge of a drug or therapy. RWE may help to support improved decision-making about health and health care.

February 4, 2018

Building Agility into Medical Affairs Strategy: Global-Regional-Local Dynamics

February 4, 2018September 15, 2023

Recognize why networking and alignment is key to a successful Medical Affairs strategic plan; discuss the steps involved in strategic planning process and associated tools and templates; describe Global-Regional-Local alignment and implementation… where do you start? Select which functions you include when building your global Medical Affairs strategy.

Select by Medical Affairs Competency Framework