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Key Components of KOL Profiling Methodology
Key opinion leader (KOL) profiling is a structured process used to identify and analyze influential individuals who make up the contingent of health care professionals who push medical science forward in a given disease area. The methodology for KOL profiling involves several key components.
Exploring Digital Opinion Leader Personas: The KOL
Life sciences companies are working with and monitoring the online activities of digital opinion leaders (DOLs), as they exchange scientific data with their colleagues online and shape disease state opinions on effective treatments.
The Role of Pharmaceutical Industry in Patient Engagement
Here are some key aspects of the pharmaceutical industry's role in patient engagement.
The Importance of KOL Sentiment Analysis
In the ever-evolving landscape of the pharmaceutical industry, staying attuned to the opinions and perspectives of key opinion leaders KOLs) has emerged as a critical imperative.
Empowering Healthcare Professionals: Revitalizing Medical Education for Evolving Needs
In a healthcare landscape where science is rapidly evolving, medical education is more important than ever.
Global vs. Local: Balancing Global Strategy with Regional Needs
In the dynamic realm of pharmaceuticals, the intricate interplay between global strategies and regional, cultural nuances presents a tightrope walk for medical affairs leaders.
Unlocking Success: The Art of Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagement Strategies
Developing tailored engagement strategies based on KOL preferences can amplify the impact of medical affairs efforts, fostering partnerships that contribute to successful product launches and continued growth.
Pioneering Personalized Medication Management: A Path to Enhanced Adherence
The journey to optimal health in modern medicine doesn't end with a prescription. The journey begins with the powerful skill of adherence.
Using Voice of Customer Research for Better KOL Engagement
Voice of Customer research can help strengthen the bond between pharma companies and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) – creating meaningful partnerships that drive scientific advancements, improved patient outcomes, and mutual growth.
How to Build Patient Journey Maps
Pharmaceutical companies seeking to truly understand patient experiences in a disease area benefit from patient journey maps, which provide valuable insight into a patient's needs, emotions, and pain points at each stage of their healthcare journey.
TLS VP, Castle, Earns Elite DEI Certification
Thought Leader Select’s Vice President of Marketing & Strategy, Brian Castle has earned certification at the highest level for professionals and executives in the practice.
Schoeman Named General Manager of Clear Point Health
Thought Leader Select has announced another leadership appointment, as Mark Schoeman has been named General Manager of the company’s Clear Point Health division.
TLS Names Meade, Hanson, and Nufire to Research Leadership Positions
After closing out a prolific 2022, Thought Leaders Select is proud to announce a trio of colleagues taking on leadership roles with the company’s research team.
How is the Role of a Thought Leader in Healthcare Changing?
By Paul Meade, Patient Engagement Lead For many decades, the healthcare thought Leader, also known as a key opinion leader (KOL), or key external expert
The MSL Playbook for Creating Value
By Mark Schoeman, General Manager Prior to and over the course of the pandemic, assessments have shown that scores for MSL teams have remained consistent.
Understanding Customer Beliefs and Preferences
In 2022, there are hundreds of thousands of healthcare companies in the United States alone.
Metrics That Determine Success for Field Medical Teams
When you’re in the medical field, one of the key things you need to be thinking about is what your measurements and metrics are when it comes to the success of your organization.
Technology is Getting Smarter
It has become apparent that in order for a healthcare organization to succeed, they need to be able to provide their customers with customized care, on-demand answers, and personalized treatments.
Thought Leader Thursday: The Evolving KOL/MSL Engagement Model
Mark Schoeman, General Manager at Clear Point Health talks about the ways in which the KOL/MSL engagement model is changing.
Thought Leader Thursday: The 6 Personas of DOLs (Part 3)
Brian Castle, VP of Marketing & Strategy, shares more DOL personas.