The primary role of a medical science liaison (MSL) is to develop, nurture, and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs). To do this, an MSL has to properly prepare for meetings with KOLs to ensure successful outcomes. Lack of preparation can lead to ineffective meetings and frustration for both the MSL and KOL.

Utilizing an Outcomes-Based Framework

Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) are consistently looking for ways to increase the effectiveness of their engagements with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). To do this, many Medical Affairs teams are creating in-depth KOL engagement plans, capturing insights, and measuring a KOL’s movement along a development continuum. 

Overview of our recent article published in The MSL - Journal of the Medical Science Liaison Society. For additional information, view the full article.

Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) work to foster and maintain relationships with Healthcare Providers (HCPs) and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) who specialize in the disease or therapeutic area their product treats. As such, Medical Affairs teams provide crucial scientific value to pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies.

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