HRX Roundtable - Continue the Discussion: Transitioning to Industry-Continue the Discussion: Transitioning to Industry

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The session, led by Jill Schaefer from Penn Medicine at Lancaster General Health, focused on transitioning from clinical roles to industry roles in healthcare. Panelists included Rebecca Yapajian (Cardiac RMS), Amber Seiler (CV Remote Solutions), Robin Lahey (Pacemate), and Deb Halligan (Nudge Health). They shared personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of knowing one's worth, negotiation skills, research, and resilience.<br /><br />Key highlights included:<br />1. <strong>Transitioning to Industry</strong>: Panelists discussed overcoming fears, seizing opportunities, and how their clinical experiences prepared them for industry roles. They emphasized the value of education and experience in negotiating higher salaries and better positions, highlighting the need to advocate for oneself.<br />   <br />2. <strong>Pride in Achievements</strong>: The panelists expressed pride in creating supportive work environments and leveraging their clinical backgrounds to improve patient care via remote monitoring, especially during the pandemic.<br /><br />3. <strong>Skills and Research</strong>: Future industry professionals should develop skills in healthcare economics, billing, leadership, and budget management. Research involved accessing resources like Google, societies, books, and industry connections.<br /><br />4. <strong>AI and Remote Monitoring</strong>: Discussion on AI’s role in improving patient care through predictive modeling and risk stratification while emphasizing the irreplaceability of human engagement and clinical judgment.<br /><br />5. <strong>Challenges and Innovations</strong>: Attendees asked about balancing clinical practice with industry roles, starting companies, and addressing health equity and access, particularly in underserved communities. Panelists advised leveraging consulting, advisory boards, and research collaborations as gateways to industry roles.<br /><br />The session underscored the growing intersection of clinical practice and industry, advocating continuous learning, adaptability, and strategic partnerships to navigate and excel in both realms.

Keywords

clinical-to-industry transition

healthcare careers

negotiation skills

remote monitoring

AI in healthcare

health equity

patient care

strategic partnerships