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Everybody wants to be a Medical Science Liaison
*All views, statements, and opinions are my own and do not represent those of any current or former employee or organzation. Everyone...
Jackie Edwards
Dec 22, 20244 min read
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Jumping Back In
I can't believe it has been a year since I've written a blog post. So much has gone on, not necessarily bad, but busy. I told myself it...
Jackie Edwards
Nov 5, 20241 min read
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Mom Life (of teenagers) as an MSL
I honestly believe one of the most challenging jobs anyone can ever have is being a parent. There is no manual. Guidance on parenting...
Jackie Edwards
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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I'm Back!
Hey all my lovely supporters! I am back! I took a business break and I feel ok about that. When I created my brand in 2020, I had such...
Jackie Edwards
Aug 3, 20231 min read
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Unplugged
For the past few weeks, I have unplugged from the social media that consumed most of my time…Facebook and Instagram. I don’t really use...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Apr 23, 20232 min read
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My Salary As a PA Providing Direct Patient Care
We never really see posts about salary as a PA providing direct patient care. Well, there are salary reports created by some professional...
Jackie Edwards
Feb 26, 20232 min read
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7 Non-Academic Qualities Needed to Work in Healthcare
Healthcare is NOT a glamorous career. I'm not sure if it is the television shows or social media that is creating this false narrative,...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Jan 3, 20232 min read
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Let's Go 2023!
Today is the first day of the new year, and I am excited about the newness! 2022 was a year of adjustment, change, and feeling...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Jan 2, 20231 min read
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Keep Going
Even the most successful and accomplished person you know will have moments of just not feeling like doing something. This is not to say...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Nov 20, 20222 min read
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Overcoming Self-Doubt
As a mom raising teenage daughters in high school, I can see versions of my teenage self in them. My twin daughters recently started...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Oct 1, 20223 min read
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My Favorite Parts About Being an MSL
After being an MSL for just a little over 3 months, I already have a list of my favorite things about my job. Am I in the honeymoon...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Jul 24, 20222 min read
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Standing Out in the Crowd
A secret weapon in the healthcare world Who do you remember? The quiet person who did not interact with anyone in a room? Or, do you...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Jul 6, 20222 min read
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My First 7-weeks as a Medical Science Liaison: My top 9 Tips
Dr. Jackie the PA If you have never read a blog of mine or know anything about me, I will try to keep this part brief. For the sake of...

Dr. Jackie the PA
May 12, 20225 min read
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Why Did I Quit?
A list of all the reasons I ever quit any healthcare job I've had I was quitting jobs before the great resignation.... I have had several...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Mar 7, 20224 min read
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I Am Feeling the Burnout
An Honest Assessment of Where I Am Today Dr. Jackie the PA I have worked in healthcare for over 20 years in some capacity and today, I...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Mar 5, 20223 min read
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Writing a Compelling Personal Statement
Quick tips to stand out and NOT be boring! After reading numerous personal statements, I can say there is a way to stand out. There is a...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Mar 1, 20222 min read
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Consistency With A Thing
It has been a while since I have written a blog on my page and I figure it is time. The reason I have not written, honestly, I was...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Mar 1, 20222 min read
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When Your Supervising Physician Sucks
This is a topic I do not see discussed often, but it happens. I am hoping it does not occur often, but it would be remiss of me to think...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Dec 29, 20214 min read
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A Profession in Healthcare Isn't for the Faint of Heart
I wanted to get into medicine to save lives. It sounds cliche, but it is true. I imagined being a healthcare professional as something...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Dec 10, 20213 min read
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How to Create Boundaries with Patients
Boundaries matter in every area of life. I am big on boundaries and believe the patient-provider relationship must have boundaries for...

Dr. Jackie the PA
Jul 29, 20212 min read
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