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October 25, 2021
The Ghosts of MSL Past, Present and Future
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
“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
This MAPS podcast details potential areas for compliant collaboration by MSLs with Patient Advocacy Groups.

October 13, 2021
MAPS 2021 INDUSTRY BENCHMARKING REPORT
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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?
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 11, 2021
Health Disparities 1: FDA Efforts to Advance Women and Minorities in Clinical Trials
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
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
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
This MAPS webinar details strategies Medical Affairs professionals in External Education can use to assess HCP learning.