A Personal Reflection: 4 Shifts That Helped Me Become a More Effective MSL

Author(s): Tessa van de Wal, MSc

Introduction

The reason I chose to work as a Medical Science Liaison (hereafter MSL) was never just the science. Coming from a background in nursing science, I have always been driven by the question of how scientific advances translate into better care for patients. Having now worked in the pharmaceutical industry for some time, I have learned that being an effective MSL means staying true to your original motivation. For me, that means keeping the patient at the center of everything we do, even when our role is not directly at the bedside. In this article, I will share 4 shifts that have helped me become a more effective MSL.