MSLead Chronicles

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles , Mary and Chad sit down with Jennifer Mohawk, PhD , to explore a side of leadership that doesn’t get enough attention: how physical well-being affects the way we lead. Drawing on her background in biological psychology, circadian neuroscience, Medical Affairs, and fitness, Jennifer discusses the science behind movement, sleep, stress, and recovery and why thes...

The line between Field Medical and Commercial is becoming harder to define. But are these functions truly becoming more alike, or have they always shared more than we acknowledged? In this episode, we examine the activities and capabilities that increasingly overlap, what still makes Field Medical distinct, and why these boundaries are shifting now. We also discuss what this evolution means for MS...

Leadership doesn’t have to happen on a timeline. In this episode of MSLead Chronicles , Mary and Chad sit down with Shannon Payne, National Director of MSLs at BioCryst, to talk about a leadership path that didn’t begin with chasing the next title. Shannon moved into formal leadership after building a broad career in science, clinical development, and Medical Affairs. That experience shaped how sh...

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, we’re joined by **Mitch D’Rozario** to explore what actually makes a field observation a meaningful Medical Affairs insight and why collecting more information does not necessarily create more value. Mitch discusses how feedback loops, relationships, structured and unstructured data, and AI can help teams identify the signals that should influence strategy. He...

If you've always wished you had a step by step guide to approach any situation, personal or professional, that will ensure the best possible result, this is the episode you won't want to miss. John Sandstrom walks us through M.O.R.E., a framework for guiding you to success in any circumstance.  Mindfulness Outlook Relationships Empowerment

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles , Mary Morton and Chad Fellers sit down with rare disease Medical Affairs leader Teresa Fecteau to explore why lived experience must be more than a source of occasional feedback. It should be a consistent foundation for research, strategy, trial design, and decision-making. Teresa explains why patients, caregivers, and families often understand the realities of...

In this episode, Chad and Mary explore the transformative role of AI in medical affairs, focusing on practical implementation, governance, and future trends. Our guest, Paul Minne, shares insights from his 30 years of experience and introduces his newly published and invaluable resource, "The Medical Affairs AI Playbook."

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of medical affairs, strategic engagement, and how to measure impact effectively. Our guest, Corinne Floyd, shares insights from her extensive experience in medical affairs, emphasizing the importance of strategic alignment and impactful metrics.

In this episode of MSLead Chronicles, Chad and Mary welcome Denise Meyer, a tenured medical affairs leader to explore the all the things necessary for leading ‘the whole team’, meaning those directly in your charge, the need for inclusive practices within teams, but also the entire ecosystem around them, emphasizing the value of understanding individual team dynamics and communication styles. With...

Chad recently presented at the 5th BioPharma Nexus Medical Affairs Conference, received high praise for his concepts, and received countless requests for the info contained in his presentation. So our viewers will now have the opportunity to see and hear the presentation, as well! Enjoy!

Kunal Ramani joins Chad and Mary for PART 2 of the resume and interview discussion for MSLs.  Kunal offers up some best practices for interview preparation, presentation skills, and effective communication strategies for experienced and aspiring MSLs. They share practical tips on research, organization, engaging storytelling, and leveraging AI tools to stand out in the competitive pharma industry.

Would you like to know everything about how your resume can attract the attention of a hiring manager and encourage a fruitful and productive interview? You don't want to miss this episode with our returning guest, Kunal Ramani, in a podcast two-parter!

Join Mary and Chad as we explore the inspiring career journey of Roland Elwell, from rock star to the newly anointed (by Mary) Kidney King. Rowland's origin story and career journey is fascinating! He shares insights on leadership, embracing change, and the importance of curiosity and humility in professional growth.

In this episode, we dig into the transformative impact of AI on the workforce through the lens of a strategic people executive, Karen Stevens. Discover how leadership can navigate AI adoption, dispel fears, and leverage soft skills to thrive in the future of work.

The Annual MAPS Conference is coming up in a few weeks, so Chad and Mary talk through some of the hot topics on the agenda and which ones we are most excited about. And also AI.

Not gonna give too many teasers on this one-there's a reason you need to watch or listen to this without delay. Josh Yoder is the real deal. As a human being. As a leader. As a friend (as we learned in the rapid fire questioning...). He's someone you NEED TO KNOW if you don't already. Ordinarily we'd say "I hope you enjoy the episode" but that is a foregone conclusion...

Chad and Mary dig in to what it takes to lead with Melissa Landis, exploring her journey from academia to industry leadership. They discuss the importance of servant leadership, building trust, and the impact of mentorship. Melissa shares her insights on adapting leadership styles, the significance of cross-functional collaboration, and the value of authenticity and saying true to your own princip...

Chad welcomes back Tanisha Hill to discuss the very critical topic of Digital Health/Health Equity. As the founder of the Digital Health for Equitable Health Alliance, Tanisha is in a great position to discuss the importance of health equity in clinical trials, patient access, and so much more. They explore the challenges faced by underserved communities, the role of organizations in promoting hea...

Chad and Mary are joined by Nicole Yonkers, PhD, National MSL Director for Immunology, currently with Galderma. They explore the importance of professional development, building trust within teams, and the concept of collective intelligence. Nicole shares her insights on empowering team members, fostering collaboration, and the role of super facilitators in enhancing team performance. The conversa...

2025 has been anything but boring. With exciting new drug/therapy approvals,  big time merger & acquisition activity, and advances in rare and genetic diseases, Chad and Mary reflect on the past year and how it may impact the evolving role of medical affairs. You can't talk about 2026 without hitting on the gigantic pachyderm in the room that is AI.  How will it enhance  medical affairs a...

We hit the lottery with this guest! Elizabeth Kupferer, PhD, WHNP-BC, is the National Director of US Field Medical with Nestle Health Science, and she is hanging out with us to discuss her experiences in leadership, focusing on the coaching and mentoring aspects of fostering professional development and supporting the career growth for her MSLs. We talk about self assessments to figure out where t...

Linsay joins the pod to discuss the critical role of delivering feedback in leadership. Linsay shares her leadership story, emphasizing the importance of creating a culture of psychological safety and the need for specificity in feedback. The conversation explores how to handle difficult feedback conversations, the significance of assuming positive intent, and the value of PRAISE in team dynamics....

What mindshifts will you undergo when moving from field medical to leading medical affairs strategy? And is it FOR YOU? Steve joins us to talk about his experiences leading the launch of one of the most exciting and innovative therapies of this decade. As usual it's a casual, yet extremely informative discussion that pulls back the curtain in ways to let others in to learn from other leaders.

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 e...

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.