

The "Elevate" by MAPS Podcast
Medical Affairs Professional Society
This is the "Elevate" podcast by the Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS). MAPS is the premier non-profit global Medical Affairs organization FOR Medical Affairs professionals BY Medical Affairs professionals across all different levels of experience/specialty. Together with over 15,000+ Medical Affairs members from 280+ companies globally, MAPS is transforming the Medical Affairs profession to increase its value to patients, HCPs, industry and society. JOIN THE MOVEMENT!
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Dec 10, 2024 • 16min
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Cases in Medical Information
AI and Generative AI seem to be a part of every webinar, conference, and conversation these days. Most of you are probably experimenting with AI for personal use and may even be having success with the use of AI in your day-to-day work. However, the technology and use cases are ever-evolving. Today's podcast will explore three proof-of-concept (POC) use cases from recent work in the field of Medical Information.

Nov 20, 2024 • 23min
How pre-launch scientific activities are associated with launch success
In this podcast, we explore how digitally active HCPs and emerging experts can amplify the impact of scientific data presented at congresses to drive successful drug launches. Industry experts from Pfizer and Veeva discuss strategies for engaging these key influencers to optimize launch success.

Nov 5, 2024 • 24min
Regional Considerations and Challenges in Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP)
Overcoming regional disparities to ensure successful IEGP development and implementation requires effective strategies for cross-functional collaboration across diverse regions and departments. In this podcast, experts explore the many challenges associated with the operationalization of global Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP) at local levels.

Oct 29, 2024 • 31min
Top 10 Most "Interesting" Publications of 2024
This podcast speaks with experts from Altmetric to delve into different methods for extracting insights to comprehend the influence of a publication on key metrics such as citations, public engagement, social impact, and internal metrics. The aim is to speed up the evaluation process to determine if publications are effectively reaching and educating the appropriate HCPs to influence their clinical decisions.

Oct 1, 2024 • 26min
Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP): Cross-functional alignment to optimize value, minimize risk
This session takes a closer look at one of the key challenges associated with integrated evidence generation planning that was identified in our first installment. Experts share insights and practical advice on ways to identify and overcome barriers to aligning multiple functions in the development and implementation of integrated evidence generation plans to minimize risk and optimize value, accounting for medical affairs, patient, regulatory and commercial perspectives.

Sep 10, 2024 • 31min
Digital First Communications: How Digital Transformation is Opening Opportunities in Medical Affairs
Recorded at the MAPS 2024 Annual Meeting in Puerto Rico following a workshop on modular content in which all of today’s speakers were faculty. Lead by the Digital FAWG’s Jennifer Riggins and Steve Casey, today’s panelists touch on the topic of modular content in the following areas: Inspiration and ImpactContent Compliance & ApprovalMSL UtilizationTraining & EvolutionThe Technology StackThe Future of Modular Content For more information on Modular Content, explore the MAPS White Paper: “Modular Content in Medical Affairs: The Foundation of Omnichannel Engagement” HERE: https://medicalaffairs.org/modular-content-omnichannel-engagement/

Sep 3, 2024 • 23min
Integrated Evidence Generation Planning: Top Challenges for Medical Affairs Teams
As the sources of data and technologies needed to make sense of data expand, opportunities exist for further integrating Real-World Evidence (RWE) and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) alongside traditional approaches when planning data generation activities to support new product registration, access, and use. Here we speak with experts from Lumanity about the Integrated Evidence Generation Planning (IEGP) process and how to overcome the barriers to success.

Aug 20, 2024 • 17min
What a Nurse and Patient Advocate Wants Medical Affairs to Know About Engaging Patients
Here we speak with Kate Davies, Nurse Educator at London South Bank University and expert in clinical endocrine research focusing on genetics in short stature, clinical trials, and differences in sex development. Throughout Kate's research and work as a pediatric nurse, she has developed expertise in engaging with patient communities, often providing trusted information to these groups and also learning about the real-world experiences of patients in the context of treatment and clinical trials. Here is what a patient advocate wants Medical Affairs to know about patient engagement -- and join us at our LinkedIn discussion on this topic to ask your own questions about engaging with patients.

Jul 30, 2024 • 19min
Maximizing the Impact of a Niche Publication
Getting the most impact from a publication requires being able to define who the audience is and how to reach them, across both journals and online channels, especially in complex/niche cases. In this podcast, we’ll discuss the benefits of taking an analytical approach.

Jul 23, 2024 • 20min
Leadership to Drive Performance: Plus a Sneak Peek into the 2024 Medical Affairs Innovation Olympics!
When you think about innovation in Medical Affairs, perhaps the first things that come to mind are GenAI or maybe new approaches to KOL network mapping. But what about innovation in the ways we approach the profession itself? What about innovation in how we continue to evolve our own skills and understanding of our roles in industry and beyond? Here we speak with Tim Mikelhashvili, CEO of Amedea Pharma about innovation in Medical Affairs leadership -- and innovation for leaders. We also look forward to Tim's 2024 Medical Affairs Innovation Olympics. Enter your innovative idea now or register to attend!


