Medical Sales Live

Is it too late to make a career change, and start a new career in the Medical Sales industry? In this Medical Sales Live episode, we speak with Ana Guerra, Technology Associate - Pinnacle Inc. (Arthrex) about her successful transition from athletic training and finance to breaking into medical sales. Ana shares her experience adapting to new surroundings and a quicker pace industry, developing new skills, and the investment she needed to make to confidently make her career change.

Is having a clinical background and sales experience enough to break into Medical Sales? In this Medical Sales Live episode, we speak with Kengpong Bhodiprasit, RN, Associate Sales Representative at MVP Orthopedics/Arthrex about a wide range of topics related to breaking into medical sales and finding the best life path for himself. He shares his personal story of how he found his way toward a successful career in medical sales after quitting his job as a Registered Nurse and challenging himself to be a door-to-door salesman. He speaks to us about how, even with clinical and sales experience, it was a challenge to break into the medical sales industry, until he graduated from Medical Sales College. Keng's work ethic ring true in his story, and offer a shining example of what determination and a clear vision can accomplish.

In this two-part episode with David Soler, Director of Sales - Urology & Prostate Health Division at Boston Scientific, we get the opportunity to talk about growth opportunities that come from an associate sales representative position. Don't forget "Competition is healthy" as David Soler would say. In this episode, you'll hear David's perspective on innovation and growth in the medical device field, how programs like MSC help with quick success in a new role, and the importance of having sales reps reflecting the diversity that is evident in healthcare/ patients. David also shows his passion for bringing opportunity to the highly qualified Hispanic/ Latinx candidates that otherwise wouldn't have a shot to land in the industry.

In this two-part conversation, we speak with David Soler, Director of Sales - Urology & Prostate Health Division at Boston Scientific about a wide range of topics related to a successful career in medical sales. You'll hear David share the attributes of a successful medical sales representative, the importance of having a people-oriented mentality while keeping the patient first, how critical it is to have diverse reps to serve diverse clients and clinicians, and how emotional intelligence affects a career path and the different pathways to building a career in the industry. To learn more about Medical Sales College visit: www.medicalsalescollege.com

In this Medical Sales Live Episode, we speak with Rich Maher, Eastern Area Vice President at Shockwave Medical about a wide range of topics related to breaking into medical sales. After working for the major players in the medical device industry, he tells us what the attributes & skills needed to succeed in the industry are, what makes a distinctive candidate, and how to stand out from other candidates in your next job interview.

In this Medical Sales Live Episode, we speak with Tracy Haynes, Territory Manager at Revanix Biomedical about a wide range of topics related to breaking into medical sales and finding the best life path for himself. He shares his personal story of how he found his way toward a successful career in medical sales after serving in the military, playing college football, adopting his brother, being diagnosed as neurodiverse, and overcoming a number of other hurdles life had in store. Haynes speaks about how after MSC, his career in medical sales positively impacted him and his family. Haynes continues to emphasize the importance of investing in yourself.

In this episode of Medical Sales Live, Dr. Michael J. Chin, DPM, FACFAS speaks with our own Dr. Sarah Dickey, DPM, FACFAS, Sr. Director of Education of the Chicago campus. Dr. Chin discusses how advancements in minimally invasive surgical techniques and biologics have changed the way reps interact with doctors and patients. Then both doctors discuss some of the dos and don'ts of being a device rep.

In this episode of Medical Sales Live, Angie Volk, VP of Sales, Urology & Critical Care at BD, shares her unique route toward a sales leadership role. Angie also explains why BD has partnered with MSC, how MSC's ZeroFee Recruiting platform plays a critical role in finding new sales talent for their organization, and how their DEI Scholarship intentionally and tangibly creates a more diverse and inclusive device industry.

In this edition of Medical Sales Live, James Watkins, National Marketing Manager, Watchman at Boston Scientific, shares his personal path into a leadership position in medical devices, transitioning from a pharmaceuticals career into cardiology, and how MSC helps students build both the sales and clinical acumen that lays the foundation for a successful career in medical sales. James also discusses the ways in which both Boston Scientific's BOOST program and MSC's DEI Scholarship Program create a more diverse and inclusive medical sales industry.

Part 2: In the second half of our conversation with Tonjua Jones, Regional Business Director: Mid-Central at Boston Scientific, we discuss the typical obstacles for new sales reps and how to overcome them, how Boston Scientific's BOOST program is making the industry a more inclusive and diverse space, and how MSC's curriculum prepares our students for success in medical sales, regardless of product or specialty.

Part 1: In this two-part conversation, we speak with Tonjua Jones, Regional Business Director: Mid-Central at Boston Scientific about a wide range of topics related to a successful career in medical sales. In part 1, you'll hear Tonjua share his three keys to success in medical sales, the importance of adding tactics to your sales toolbelt, the leadership of one's self, and the power of sourcing from a healthy network.

In this episode, Heinz Huegli, CEO of SYNBONE speaks to us about the importance of synthetic models and training systems of human anatomy. We discuss how products such as SYNBONE's allow for effective training for physicians, device reps, and other healthcare professionals through more accurate and precise measurement, and therefore improved performance feedback in education. We also discuss the benefits of synthetic models versus cadavers in labs, ensuring positive patient outcomes without the inherent burdens of cadaver training.

In this edition of Medical Sales Live, Sam Conaway, President, Cardiology Sales at Boston Scientific, shares his story of moving from the laundry of the hospital to leading a sales division, why Boston Scientific is excited to partner with MSC in creating a more diverse and inclusive industry, and how ZeroFee Recruiting feeds the industry with qualified candidates for open sales roles. To learn more about Medical Sales College visit: www.medicalsalescollege.com

In this episode of Medical Sales Live, Pat O'Brien, Senior Director of U.S. Sales at CONMED, and Pamela Azevedo, Regional Sales Director, Mid-Atlantic at CONMED talk about the difference between a "Hunter" and a "Farmer" in a growth organization, and discuss why both are important. They also discuss how being part of a smaller organization can make winning so much more rewarding, and the attributes that make a successful rep in the medical sales industry. To Learn More about Medical Sales College visit: www.medicalsalescollege.com

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Mickler, DO, Neurosurgery Specialist at Morton Plant Hospital, and Bryan Ahrens, Spine Sales Representative for Stryker, discuss why building trust is critical to a successful surgeon/representative relationship, what a day in the life of a Spine sales representative looks like, and what Dr. Mickler looks for from Bryan as a Medical Device Sales Representative. To learn more about how to start your career in Medical Sales, visit: www.medicalsalescollege.com

In today's episode, we hear from Randy Renners, VP, and Cary Lobban, Area VP, Corporate Accounts & Healthcare Solutions at Boston Scientific, discuss what it means to be competitive, fearless, and prepared as a successful medical sales professional.

In this episode, Alex Votruba, MD, Reconstruction Device Sales Representative at Smith and Nephew, discusses his decision to shift from third-year resident physician in a Level 1 Trauma Center to a student at Medical Sales College. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss out on our future episodes! Visit www.medicalsalescollege.com to learn more about our specialized training programs and how you can launch your career into the medical sales industry.

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Christopher Mickler, DO, Neurosurgery Specialist at Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater, FL, we discuss the advancements in medical device technology, the evolution of minimally invasive surgeries, when adopting new technologies is practical, and how innovations in the medical field have influenced his practice over the years

In Part 1 of our discussion with Dr. Christopher Mickler, DO, Neurosurgery Specialist at Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater, FL, you'll hear what it takes for a medical sales representative to become a trusted partner to a surgical team. Dr. Mickler discusses the dedication and commitment required to succeed as a medical sales representative, and how one can develop a lasting relationship with a surgeon and their team. Be sure to Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss out on our future episodes! Visit www.medicalsalescollege.com to learn more about our specialized training programs and how you can launch your career into the medical sales industry.

In this episode, CONMED team members Kimberly Pence, Senior Manager Talent Acquisition & Shaelie Lambarth, Vice President of Global Talent Management discuss a pivotal shift in the corporation's leadership mindset that improved the culture of their sales teams. Plus, get an inside look at the qualities hiring managers search for in a medical sales representative and find out how Medical Sales College graduates match up to the competition. Visit www.medicalsalescollege.com to learn more...