Episode #219: When Your Dream Specialty Isn’t What You Expected

This week, we explore what happens when your specialty no longer feels like the right fit. My guest, Dr. Edio Zampaglione, began as an OB-GYN but found the corporate shift in medicine limiting. He shares his transition from private practice to a thriving career in medical affairs, including how he entered pharma without prior industry experience. We discuss key moments that led him to leave patient care and what a medical affairs career entails. If you're considering nonclinical options, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice.

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www.doctorscrossing.com/episode219

In this episode we’re talking about:

• What to do when your chosen specialty no longer feels right.
• The challenges of private practice and the shift toward a corporate model.
• How to break into the pharmaceutical industry without prior experience.
• The day-to-day responsibilities of a medical affairs physician.
• Steps to explore opportunities in pharma, including networking and working with recruiters.
• Insights into compensation, career growth, and job satisfaction in medical affairs.

Links for this episode:

LinkedIn for Physicians Course 

This fun course shows you how to create a stand-out profile on LinkedIn and use the powerful features to advance your career goals. The short video lessons guide you step-by-step on how to grow your connections, network successfully, and search for and apply to jobs. Included are cheat sheets for each lesson, examples of physician profiles, and a bonus PDF on how to rock your informational interviews. 

Pharma Insider's Guide - Get an overview of the different areas for physicians in pharma as well as tips to start building your platform to make a transition.

Pharma Podcast Episode List - Curious if a career in pharma is right for you? We’ve made it easy to explore! Download our free list of all Doctor’s Crossing Podcast episodes related to pharma and gain valuable insights from physicians who have successfully made the transition. Learn about different roles, salary expectations, required skills, and how to get started—so you can decide if pharma is the right path for you.