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MSLead Chronicles

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50 episodes

21 hours ago

Chad and Mary are joined by Sagar Shah, Vice President of Medical Affairs with Pharmacosmos. Their conversation covers various themes including career growth, the importance of communication in leadership, and the challenges of imposter syndrome. Sagar shares insights from his 20-year journey in the pharmaceutical industry, emphasizing the significance of hiring based on mindset rather than just experience. The episode also explores the dynamics of team building, the value of curiosity, and t...

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Chad and Mary are joined by Sagar Shah, Vice President of Medical Affairs with Pharmacosmos. Their conversation covers various themes including career growth, the importance of communication in leadership, and the challenges of imposter syndrome. Sagar shares insights from his 20-year journey in the pharmaceutical industry, emphasizing the significance of hiring based on mindset rather than just experience. The episode also explores the dynamics of team building, the value of curiosity, and t...

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Episodes (20/50)

MSLead Chronicles

Episode 50: Be the Captain of your Own Career Journey, with Sagar Shah, PharmD, VP of Medical Affairs

Chad and Mary are joined by Sagar Shah, Vice President of Medical Affairs with Pharmacosmos. Their conversation covers various themes including career growth, the importance of communication in leadership, and the challenges of imposter syndrome. Sagar shares insights from his 20-year journey in the pharmaceutical industry, emphasizing the significance of hiring based on mindset rather than just experience. The episode also explores the dynamics of team building, the value of curiosity, and t...

1 week ago

56 minutes

MSLead Chronicles

Episode 49: The Ask Chad Anything-Hot Ones Episode!

It's the highly teased and anticipated hot wings challenge episode! Chad and Mary engage in a fun Ask Chad Anything mixed with a spicy hot wing challenge to discuss various leadership themes. There's Myth-Busting, Would You Rather, Work-Life Balance, and more, concluding with a lightning round of quick-fire questions and reflections.

3 weeks ago

33 minutes

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Episode 48 Dorm Rooms & Boardrooms: Surprising Leadership Lessons

Chad and Mary have just shipped kids off to college and get into talking about how raising and launching your kiddos can provide lessons in leadership, and vice versa! We could have included about a dozen other moms and dads that we know who are in the same boat right now; please share your input!

1 month ago

38 minutes

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Episode 47: Digital Health, Social Media, and Medical Affairs Strategy with Tanisha Hill, MPH, PhD

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, hosts Chad Fellers and Mary Morton engage with Tanisha Hill, MPH, PhD, a leader in digital health in medical affairs. The conversation explores the transformative role of digital technology in healthcare, emphasizing the relevance and importance of digital opinion leaders. Tanisha shares her insights on the future of medical affairs, the impact of the pandemic on digital strategies, and the necessity of digital inclusion for equitable healthcare. The disc...

1 month ago

53 minutes

MSLead Chronicles

Episode 46: Servant Leadership in the Midst of Restructuring with Nick Casale, PharmD, MBA

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, Chad and Mary engage in a candid conversation with Nick Casale, a medical affairs leader as they explore the concept of servant leadership, especially in the context of organizational restructuring and change management. Nick shares his personal journey, insights on leading with empathy, and the importance of supporting his team during transitions. The discussion emphasizes the significance of maintaining a strong team culture and the role of leaders in n...

2 months ago

54 minutes

MSLead Chronicles

Episode 45 Beyond the Ladder: Finding Purpose without Promotion with Mitch D'Rozario, PhD.

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, Chad and Mary engage in a heartfelt conversation with Mitch D'Rozario, PhD and MSL with Genentech. They explore the theme of finding purpose in one's career, particularly in medical affairs, and how to navigate the challenges of non-linear career growth. Mitch shares his personal journey, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, self-assessment, and the value of lateral moves in achieving fulfillment. The discussion also touches on the significance of au...

2 months ago

57 minutes

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Episode 44 Expect the Unexpected: When Leadership Opportunities Choose YOU w/ Megan Vignos, PhD

Chad and Mary are joined by Megan Vignos, PhD, Head of Scientific Value and Communications for US Medical Affairs with Biogen. Megan shares her professional medical affairs journey from roles she strategically chose for herself to the one she is in today that she was hand-picked for by her leadership. She introduces her concept of 'Mind Your P's'—Pause, Process, and Plan—as a framework for managing change and leading teams effectively. Megan digs into the importance of networking with o...

3 months ago

56 minutes

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Episode 43: Diversity is at the Core of Great Teams w/ Shanti Frausto

In this episode, Chad and Mary engage with Shanti Frausto, a leader in field medical, discuss the importance of diversity in teams and how it drives innovation. Shanti shares his personal journey as a first-generation college student and the significance of embracing uniqueness in the workplace. The conversation highlights strategies for building diverse teams, the value of insights in medical affairs, and the role of mentorship in fostering growth. Shanti emphasizes the need for leaders to i...

3 months ago

51 minutes

MSLead Chronicles

Episode 42: The Criticality of Culture, Collaboration, and an Environment of People Development with Scott Conry, PharmD

Chad and Mary welcome Scott to pod to dig into they ways culture and collaboration can make or break a team's success. They discuss the importance of treating individuals as unique, fostering psychological safety, and the challenges of navigating toxic cultures. Scott shares real examples of effective (and ineffective) leadership approaches, the significance of people development, and the need for cross-functional collaboration. The conversation emphasizes that success is not just about metri...

4 months ago

1 hour

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Episode 41 The Power of Team Bonding & Why ALL Leaders Should Make it a Priority with Sarica Klein

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, Chad and Mary hang out with Sarica Klein, PharmD, to discuss the significance of team bonding, especially in remote settings. They explore how cohesive teams lead to success, the importance of psychological safety, and innovative strategies for fostering connection among team members. Sarica shares her experiences and insights on leadership, emphasizing the need for transparency, vulnerability, and open communication to create a supportive work environmen...

4 months ago

53 minutes

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Episode 40: Oops, I Did it Again-Interview Mishaps by Candidates and Employers

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, hosts Chad and Mary discuss the nuances of interviewing, sharing humorous and insightful stories about candidate mishaps and hiring manager blunders. They explore the challenges of virtual interviews, the importance of preparation, and the lessons learned from real-life experiences. Although the conversation is lighthearted, it is informative, providing valuable takeaways for both candidates and hiring managers.The discussion highlights the evolving dynam...

5 months ago

45 minutes

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Episode 39: From Metrics to Meaning with Chris Hansen, PhD

Chad and Mary welcome Chris Hansen, PhD, Divisional General Manager for the Rare Disease Medical Affairs team, East, with Sanofi. This conversation explores the transition from traditional metrics to a more meaningful impact-driven approach in the field. Chris shares his journey, insights on the importance of both qualitative and quantitative metrics, and how to drive meaningful interactions with healthcare professionals. The discussion emphasizes the need for a holistic view of success in me...

5 months ago

52 minutes

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Episode 38: The Power in Prioritizing Leadership Development and Succession Planning in your Medical Affairs Organization

Chad and Mary are joined by the great Lee Gervitz, PhD, MBA, SVP of Medical Affairs with Xenon Pharmaceuticals to talk about being strategic and intentional in creating multiple avenues and opportunities for professional growth for the people within your medical affairs organization. There are endless examples of big wins Lee shares over the course of his career, including one that could not have been more perfectly orchestrated-Lee described it as an Oprah Winfrey moment. Lee offers two big ...

6 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

MSLead Chronicles

Episode 37-What is a Medical Affairs Trainer and is it for Me, with Karla Kenyon, PhD

They delve into the field of medical affairs training, exploring the roles and responsibilities of medical trainers, the significance of identifying educational gaps, and the necessity for high-impact training programs. The discussion emphasizes the need for consistency in training across organizations and the challenges faced in delivering effective medical affairs training. In this conversation, Karla Kenyon shares her extensive experience in medical training, particularly focusing on the r...

6 months ago

52 minutes

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Episode 36: It's a Medical Affairs & Recruiting Best Practices Crossover Event!

Sharing "Best Practices" with your peers is central to information learned at your industry's conferences. Mary has just returned from the Pinnacle Society's Spring meeting, and Chad is curious to hear the crossover of learnings between medical affairs and recruiting. The Pinnacle Society, is an exclusive invitation-only organization for the top recruiting professionals in North America. They explore key takeaways from the meetings, emphasizing the importance of storytelling, leve...

6 months ago

29 minutes

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Episode 35, April 8, 2025, MAPS Conference recap: Highlights and Hot Trends with our guest, Denise Clark, PharmD

In this episode, Chad and Mary welcome Denise Clark, PharmD, a senior MSL in rare disease with Amgen, to recap the recent MAPS conference. There was so much incredible content available that we weren't able to cover it all, but topics discussed include the importance of defining value in medical affairs, and the role of AI and additional technological resources, and compliance in the industry. They delve into the key themes from the conference, including the need for medical affairs to demons...

7 months ago

57 minutes

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Episode 34 Competitive Intelligence in Pre launch Planning and Preparation. Guest: Will Joseph, PhD

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, Chad and Mary are joined by Will Joseph, PhD, Sr. Director of Field Based Medicine with Xenon Pharmaceuticals, who shares insights on effective pre-launch planning, the significance of stakeholder engagement, and the role of AI in enhancing competitive intelligence efforts. The conversation emphasizes the need for early planning, customization of strategies, and the integration of various internal stakeholders to ensure a successful product launch. In thi...

7 months ago

50 minutes

MSLead Chronicles

Episode 33 Curiosity & Connection: Unlocking Success Through Relationships with Marsie Ross, PharmD

This week, Chad and Mary’s guest is Marsie Ross, PharmD, who is currently the Sr. Director of Alliance Management and Public Policy with Harmony Biosciences. She will share information on the role this function plays in pharma. In addition to learning about this impactful role, listeners will gain valuable takeaways on how to navigate their careers and the importance of building meaningful connections. In this conversation, Marsie discusses her journey in medical affairs, emphasizing the impo...

8 months ago

45 minutes

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Episode 32: The Real Impact of Patient Advocacy w/ Margaret Alabi, PharmD, Dir of US & Global Patient Advocacy

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, Chad and Mary hang out with Margaret Alabi, a passionate key player in patient advocacy in the pharmaceutical industry. They discuss the significance of patient advocacy, its impact on healthcare companies, and the evolving role of the patient advocates, themselves. Margaret shares her journey from pharmacy to becoming an MSL and then realizing her goal of building a career in patient advocacy. She emphasizes the importance of building relationships...

8 months ago

52 minutes

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Episode 31: Dopamine Nation with Coach Jacob

Chad and Mary engage with Coach Jacob, who specializes in helping individuals improve their relationship with technology. The conversation explores the impact of technology on focus, performance, and mental health, particularly the role of dopamine in our daily lives. Jacob shares insights on how technology can create a cycle of stress and distraction, and offers strategies for rewiring our responses to challenges. We talk about the need to regain control over our technology use and the profo...

9 months ago

47 minutes