Overview of Medical Affairs Course

The overview of the Medical Affairs Course is organized by Drug Information Association (DIA). This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 1 contact hour or .1 CEUs.

• Release Date: December 11, 2017
• Reviewed and Updated: September 14, 2023
• Expiration Date: September 14, 2026

Learn about the Medical Affairs profession including roles, functions, and various professions within the field.

Course Description
This module is designed to enhance knowledge of the Medical Affairs profession. It explains the role of Medical Affairs in an evolving industry, describes the functions served by Medical Affairs, and details various Medical Affairs professions.

Featured topics

• Medical Affairs and the Drug Development Process
• What is the role of medical affairs?
• Other medical affairs activities
• Best practices for engaging stakeholders

Learning objectives
Upon completion of this module, learners should be able to:

• Explain Medical Affairs’ role in an evolving industry
• Describe the functions fulfilled by Medical Affairs departments
• List roles that exist within Medical Affairs departments and provide a general description of those roles, which may vary based on the organization

Who should attend
This program is designed for professionals involved in:

• Medical Information/Medical Communication
• Medical Directors
• Medical Manager/Adviser
• Medical Science Liaison
• Clinical operations