Tina Maio-Twofoot, Ph.D.

2014 - Present 

Medical Science Liaison - Respiratory Medicine

Scientific Affairs 

Novartis Canada, ON

• Established professional, credible and strategic relationships with KOLs, HCPs, investigators, and other key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with KOLs and key institutions to facilitate medical initiatives (e.g., Scientific Roundtables, International Speaker Tours), maximizing scientific objectives and gaining key market insights to help guide strategic direction.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong customer focus.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain, and provide medical and scientific expertise in Respiratory Medicine to internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.
• Medical presentations to external (e.g., Global Advisory Board, Regional Consult Meeting) and internal customers (e.g., Ultibro Launch in Ontario, NSMs).
• Cross-functional development and implementation of Integrated Product Strategy (IPS) and Medical Scientific Imperatives and Tactics.
• Strong collaboration between internal business partners to maximize communication, strategic development and program implementation.

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2016 - 2017 

Medical Education Manager - Respiratory Medicine

Scientific Affairs

Interim Assignment

Novartis Canada, ON

• Development and optimal implementation of medical education programs aligned with the customer's identified needs across Canada.
• Ensure educational strategies and tactics comply with the Innovative Medicine Canada Code of Ethics.
• Develop and organize symposiums for national and international conferences.
• Develop medical content in collaboration with Therapeutic Area head and Medical Advisor for Advisory Boards with top medical experts in Canada.
• Development and implementation of Integrated Product Strategy (IPS) for Respiratory Medical Education.
• Work with medical experts and accrediting bodies to evaluate medical education needs and develop accredited educational programs.
• Ensure continuous communication with the field force to validate and ensure optimal and compliant implementation of key educational programs on the disease areas.
• Project management.

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2013-2014 

Medical Science Liaison - Internal Medicine 

Forest Laboratories Canada, ON

Therapeutic Areas: Cardiovascular & Gastrointestinal

• Developed professional and strategic relationships with KOLs, HCPs, investigators, and other key stakeholders to raise the profile of Forest in the research and healthcare communities, influence the regulatory environment, improve patient access, and positively impact the business.
• Developed and maintained intricate knowledge and scientific expertise in CV/GI physiology and pathophysiology, treatment options, Forest products, and the competitive landscape.
• Provided fair and balanced scientific exchange of medical information.
• Ensured compliant communication and adherence to the highest standards of medical integrity and governance, including the Code of Ethical Practices (Rx&D).
• Championed and executed Scientific Roundtables with KOLs and other medical experts.
• Collaborated with Forest colleagues and physicians to develop understanding, optimize resource utilization, and drive development of strategic initiatives.
• Attended regional and national scientific conferences, interacted with KOLs in meetings and at the Medical Booth.
• Provided scientific and technical expertise to Medical team colleagues.
• Identified operational cost savings in logistics, travel, and supplies.

 

2007  

Research Assistant (Summer Employment)
Queen’s University, Kingston, ON
Conducted experiments, retrieved and processed data
Ordered supplies, ensured tidiness of laboratory
Trained in animal care, experiments, surgical skills, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging



2004 – 2006 

Sales Representative (Summer Employment)

Royal Canadian Golf Association, Oakville ON     

Sold tickets over the phone for the Bell Canadian Open and Ladies Bank of Montreal Tournament and processed sales transactions
Represented RCGA at corporate events

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2005 – 2006 

Associate

The Common Ground (Run by the Alma Matter Society, Queen’s University)
Demonstrated excellent customer service in a fast paced environment

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​2003 
Sales Associate (Summer Employment)
American Eagle, Oakville, ON
Provided friendly, knowledgeable and helpful customer service to store patrons
Ensured tidiness of the store, specifically clothing displays

 

2002  

Administrative Assistant (Summer Employment)
Royal Canadian Golf Association, Oakville ON     
General office duties utilizing computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)
Processed accounting transactions
Coordinated amateur tournaments

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2001 – 2002 

Cashier and Customer Service Representative
Staples Business Depot
Provided excellent customer service in high volume sales environment

Received 100% score on a customer service mystery shop test
Knowledge of products, copy center equipment and store plan
Cashier duties including balancing of the till