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ArticleJournal of the advanced practitioner in oncology2026

Building Bridges: The Impact of Medical Science Liaison and Advanced Practice Provider Collaborations.

Katherine Albert, Kristina Byers, Chelsey Boggs

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Article in Journal of the advanced practitioner in oncology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Katherine AlbertFrom Novartis, East Hanover, New Jersey.
Kristina ByersFrom Novartis, East Hanover, New Jersey.
Chelsey BoggsFrom Novartis, East Hanover, New Jersey.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Collaboration between medical science liaisons (MSLs) and advanced practice providers (APPs) is essential for advancing oncology care in an increasingly complex treatment landscape. Medical science liaisons serve as scientific resources, engaging in non-promotional exchange, delivering tailored education, supporting clinical research, and gathering real-world insights. These interactions help APPs stay current with evolving standards of care, interpret clinical trial data, and address knowledge gaps, while APPs provide perspectives that inform medical strategy and research priorities. This article outlines the origins and responsibilities of the MSL role, clarifies distinctions from commercial functions, and explores key pillars of collaboration: clinical research, medical education, and insight gathering. Through practical examples, it demonstrates how effective partnerships between MSLs and APPs bridge the gap between scientific innovation and clinical application, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

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PMID42170499
PMCPMC13189009

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