Episode # 220 • 14 Mar 2025
Exploring Industry Careers for Urologists
Can you find a fulfilling career in industry as a medical professional? In this episode of the BackTable Urology Podcast, Dr Karen Noblett, Chief Medical Officer at Axonics, shares her career journey from practicing urogynecologist to medical device CMO. This episode was developed in collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU).
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:57 - Transitioning from Academia to Industry
08:21 - Preparing for Industry Roles
12:56 - Staying Engaged with the Medical Community
18:19 - Maintaining Credibility and Integrity in Industry
21:44 - Mentorship and Role Models
25:00 - Final Advice
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More about this episode
Dr. Noblett discusses the transition from academic medicine to industry, emphasizing the importance of passion, integrity, and the right motivations. She discusses the challenges in her transition, the role of industry in research, and how she stays engaged in the medical community despite not having a clinical role. The episode also highlights the importance of mentorship and offers valuable advice for clinicians considering a similar move to industry.
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