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In this week’s episode Philip shares his journey from paediatrician to becoming the country medical director (UK) for Moderna, a leading Big Pharma.

We discussed:

👨‍⚕️ Motivations to study medicine and becoming a paediatrician
🔄 Desire to explore an alternative career
💼 The role and responsibilities of medical affairs in Pharma
💊 The perception of the Pharma industry
🛠️ Core competencies required to work in Pharma
🌱 Building a growth mindset
🧠 The importance of emotional intelligence
🚀 How to build a brand around you to help accelerate your career
🎯 Securing the role of country medical director for Moderna UK
🌍 The challenges of moving countries to build your career
❓ The importance of WHY?
💡 Thinking outside the box vs Making your own box
📅 A week in the life of a Medical Director in Pharma
🎓 The benefits of an executive coach and mentorship
👥 How to be a good leader
🎙️ Becoming a content creator with the Pharma Medic Podcast

Dr Philip Cruz is the Country Medical Director (UK) for Moderna, having previously worked in senior leadership positions at AstraZeneca, Sanofi and GSK. He has a clinical background in paediatrics and more recently has launched his very own podcast - The Pharma Medic Podcast.

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