What Should Innovation Look Like For Physician Relations?

What Should Innovation Look Like For Physician Relations?

By: Susan Boydell | sboydell@barlowmccarthy.com We’ve been talking about innovation in physician relations for a while. This is not about the relevancy of what we are doing, but more about how we can make a bigger impact for our organizations and for the physician...
Beyond the Data: Creative Approaches to Assessing Field Impact

Beyond the Data: Creative Approaches to Assessing Field Impact

By: Susan Boydell | sboydell@barlowmccarthy.com When it comes to measuring the impact of your field efforts, having access to data is crucial. That said, one of the biggest complaints from field teams is the lack of accurate, timely referral data. Therein lies the...
Embracing Challenges: A Path to Growth and Learning

Embracing Challenges: A Path to Growth and Learning

By: Susan Boydell | sboydell@barlowmccarthy.com The role of a physician relations field rep or leader is woven with a myriad of challenges, each presenting an opportunity for personal and professional growth. By facing and overcoming these challenges, we truly...
Do You Have an Internal Positioning Strategy?

Do You Have an Internal Positioning Strategy?

By: Susan Boydell | sboydell@barlowmccarthy.com Are you positioned for success with your internal stakeholders? You might ask, “How would I know?” Let’s start with a definition of “positioning.” I found one from Harvard Business School that nicely defines what it is...
Does Your Physician Relations Strategy Need an Update?

Does Your Physician Relations Strategy Need an Update?

By: Susan Boydell | sboydell@barlowmccarthy.com We work hard day-to-day, week-to-week delivering on the activities our roles require of us. We work toward the goals our leaders have set for us. So, how do we know if we have the right strategy and tactics to achieve...