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Transforming Medical Communications

MedComms Experts

Medical Affairs and Communications need to catch-up. The field is being left in the dust by the cutting edge methods and practices in other industries. We’re going to change that. On Transforming Medical Communications we talk to the biggest and brightest names in medical affairs to find out what they’re doing to push our industry forwards and build for the future. If you’re looking for actionable insights into cutting edge developments in the world of medical communications, hit subscribe and watch

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35:03

Insight Drop: How XR and Storytelling Are Rewriting...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/08/12

Medical Communications isn’t about clarity, it’s about impact. In the latest episode of Transforming Medical Communications, host Wesley Portegies sits down with Sabrina Guigan, Medical Communications expert, to explore how extended reality (XR) and multisensory engagement can turn traditional congress booths into high-impact educational experiences that stand out, deepen clinical understanding, and drive measurable outcomes.

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36:09

Beyond Impact Factor: How Pfizer Measures Real-World...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/07/29

In this episode of Transforming Medical Communications, Wesley Portegies is joined by MedComms strategist, J.R. Meloro, to discuss why mastering smarter metrics is no longer optional for Medical Affairs leaders; it’s a necessity. Learn how to move beyond outdated metrics and implement smarter, more meaningful measurement strategies. Metrics should be your roadmap to better decisions, but only if you know how to use them effectively. The future of Medical Affairs depends on how well you track and

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12:30

Insight Drop: Strategic Thinking Over Execution:...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/07/08

In this solo episode of Transforming Medical Communications, host Wesley Portegies draws from the 2025 State of MedComms survey to explore what pharma teams truly want from their agency partners. And the answer isn’t more slide decks. It’s strategy.Wesley breaks down the five capabilities that Medical Affairs leaders expect from modern agencies, ranging from scientific depth to digital fluency, and explains why empathy, insight, and operational awareness are just as important as technical skill

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16:05

Insight Drop: The 3 Trends Shaping MedComms in 2025

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/06/24

MedComms is overdue for a reboot. Static PDFs. Oversized decks. Siloed teams. No feedback loops. These outdated practices are slowing teams down and wasting valuable resources. In this episode of Transforming Medical Communications, Wesley Portegies shares bold insights from the State of Medical Communications 2025 survey and breaks down three urgent trends that pharma leaders can’t afford to ignore. From dismantling silos to killing the static PDF once and for all, this episode offers a practical

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43:11

Medical Affairs Is Winning on Social—Here’s How

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/06/10

Medical Affairs is evolving, but are we evolving with it?In this episode of Transforming Medical Communications, host Wesley Portegies sits down with Kimberly Eskridge-Rose, a pioneering voice in digital transformation for Medical Affairs. Together, they discuss what it takes to move from cautious experimentation to a scalable and cross-functional social media strategy.

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34:45

Why Great Content Still Falls Flat: The...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/05/27

There’s a silent gap in Medical Communications—and it’s not about effort, it’s about alignment.In this episode of Transforming Medical Communications, host Wesley Portegies is joined by Simon Priou, an experienced global content leader, to unpack the persistent challenges between Global, Regional, and Local teams.

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23:46

Insight Drop – AI Fluency: The 2025 Leadership Skill...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/05/13

In Medical Communications, survival isn’t about using AI; it’s about mastering it. In this episode of Transforming Medical Communications, Wesley Portegies is joined by AI strategist Subir Roy to discuss why mastering AI is no longer optional for leaders in Medical Affairs; it’s a competitive necessity. Learn how to eliminate inefficient processes, spot AI "hallucinations," and leverage human expertise to make smarter, faster decisions. AI can save you hours every day, but only if you know how to

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15:20

Insight Drop: Digital Engagement Is Broken - Here’s...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/04/29

Digital engagement in Medical Affairs is broken, and you know it. You’ve got channels that don’t connect, metrics that don’t matter, and “innovations” that die in MLR review. It’s not your fault. But it is fixable. In this episode of Transforming Medical Communications, Wesley Portegies is joined by digital strategist Alessandra Richardson to unpack the broken realities of digital engagement and how to build tools that actually work. This isn’t about adding more platforms. It’s about connecting the

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46:07

Stop Counting HCP Interactions: Start Measuring Impact

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/04/15

Most Medical Affairs leaders know the truth: Counting MSL<>HCP interactions is easy, but it’s meaningless. Vanity metrics are holding Field Medical back. In this episode of Transforming Medical Communications, Wesley Portegies is joined by Denise Clark, Regional Medical Director of the Rare Disease team at Amgen, to show you what to measure instead and how to finally prove your team's real impact. Denise brings a bold, disruptive perspective: activity is not impact. This conversation gives you the

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32:42

Modernizing Your MedComms Approach

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/03/13

Welcome to the Transforming Medical Communications podcast brought to you by MedComms Experts. I am your host, Wesley Portegies. This podcast explores the dynamic landscape of Medical Communication strategies, innovations, and challenges. We aim to facilitate insightful conversations that contribute to advancing effective Medical Communication practices.

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76:42

From Research to Reach: How Sermo, Kudos, and...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/02/12

In this episode of the Transforming Medical Communications podcast, host Wesley Portegies is joined by Charlie Rapple, Dave Shoup, and Dan Valen. Together, they discuss how Kudos, Sermo, and Figshare contribute to the digital communications ecosystem of Medical Affairs and how you can integrate these platforms into your Medical Communications strategy.

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34:49

The Human Side of Medical Communications: Building Trust

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2025/01/13

In this episode of the Transforming Medical Communications podcast, host Wesley Portegies is joined by Nazan Artun to dive into the role of creativity and adaptability in Medical Communications. Nazan shares insights on how diverse experiences can spark innovation and enhance team dynamics, practical strategies for fostering creativity and building trust in client relationships, and effective approaches to how Medical Communications can evolve to meet future challenges.

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34:48

How to Tailor Your Medical Communications for Maximum...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/12/06

In this episode of the Transforming Medical Communications podcast, host Wesley Portegies is joined by Claire Liu to dive into the complexities of Medical Communications, discuss the nuances of handling communications across different stages of product life cycles, and share her strategies for maintaining a consistent voice in global medical communications.

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35:19

Meeting HCPs Where They Are: The Rise of Med Info...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/11/13

In this episode of the Transforming Medical Communications podcast, host Wesley Portegies is joined by Hiren Patel to discuss how innovation and collaboration can transform Medical Information delivery for healthcare professionals while addressing compliance challenges and budget considerations.

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29:22

From Compliance to Creativity in Medical...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/10/15

Welcome to the Transforming Medical Communications podcast brought to you by MedComms Experts. I am your host, Wesley Portegies. This podcast explores the dynamic landscape of Medical Communication strategies, innovations, and challenges. We aim to facilitate insightful conversations that contribute to advancing effective Medical Communications practices.Our guest today is Andrea Lacasia. Join us as we discuss the intricate balance between innovation and compliance in Medical Communication, the

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33:02

Cross-Functional Collaboration in Medical Affairs...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/06/13

Welcome to the Transforming Medical Communications podcast brought to you by MedComms Experts. I am your host, Wesley Portegies. This podcast explores the dynamic landscape of Medical Communication strategies, innovations, and challenges. We aim to facilitate insightful conversations that contribute to advancing effective Medical Communications practices.Our special guest today is Caroline Ojaimi, the Head of Global Scientific Communications at Takeda Oncology. Join us as we dive into how Caroline

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35:35

The Challenges of Medical Communications in the...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/05/13

Welcome to the Transforming Medical Communications podcast brought to you by MedComms Experts. I am your host, Wesley Portegies. This podcast explores the dynamic landscape of Medical Communication strategies, innovations, and challenges. We aim to facilitate insightful conversations that contribute to advancing effective Medical Communications practices.

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49:58

Unlocking the Potential of MSLs in Engaging HCPs with...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/04/12

Welcome to the Transforming Medical Communications podcast brought to you by MedComms Experts. I am your host, Wesley Portegies. This podcast explores the dynamic landscape of medical communication strategies, innovations, and challenges. We aim to facilitate insightful conversations that contribute to advancing effective medical communications practices.

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28:03

Optimizing Medical Communications: Insights from...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/03/13

Welcome to the Transforming Medical Communications podcast brought to you by MedComms Experts; I am your host, Wesley Portegies. This podcast explores the dynamic landscape of medical communication strategies, innovations, and challenges. We aim to facilitate insightful conversations that contribute to advancing effective medical communications practices

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41:34

The Impact of Storytelling in Field Medical Settings:...

Transforming Medical Communications ·

2024/02/14

Welcome to the Transforming Medical Communications podcast brought to you by MedComms Experts; I am your host, Wesley Portegies. This podcast explores the dynamic landscape of medical communication strategies, innovations, and challenges. We aim to facilitate insightful conversations that contribute to advancing effective medical communications practices.

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