Scott speaks to Stacey Gorski, Head of Medical Excellence, U.S. Oncology, at AstraZeneca. They discuss key aspects of onboarding new team members and why it’s so crucial for Medical Affairs teams to master.

OnPoint: The Medical Excellence Podcast, delivers insightful conversations on the most pressing issues facing top Medical Affairs professionals. Listen to stay ahead of industry trends and be inspired by leaders shaping the future of Medical Affairs.

OnPoint is available on several podcast platforms and the Acceleration Point YouTube channel.

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[00:00] Introduction and Guest Welcome
[
01:07] Stacy Gorski’s Journey in Medical Excellence
[
04:31] The Importance of Onboarding in Medical Affairs
[
09:17] Onboarding Process and Best Practices
[
24:18] Diving into Protected Time for New Hires
[
26:30] Gaining Manager Buy-In and Storytelling Techniques
[
28:27] Key Metrics for Effective Onboarding
[
42:49] The Importance of Emotional Support in Onboarding