S2 Ep26: Public Health Matters: Generative AI and the Future of Pharmacy

In this episode, host Dr. Christina Madison interviews Dr. Bolu Oladini, PharmD, author, global medical affairs, generative AI medical content lead, Pfizer, to discuss the intersections of pharmacy, medical affairs, and AI. Dr. Oladini describes the importance of following one’s interest, and using those passions to one’s advantage when building on a career. Both Dr. Madison and Dr. Oladini also share the importance of understanding AI sources and prompts when using the available interfaces.Key Takeaways: Embrace Non-Traditional Career Paths: Dr. Bolu Oladini emphasizes the importance of pharmacists exploring non-traditional roles, rather than confining themselves to conventional pharmacy roles. He discusses his journey to further describe how individuals can use their personal interests and skills to help open or forge unique career opportunities. The Role of Medical Affairs: Medical affairs involve communicating complex medical and product data to various stakeholders, including health care providers, patients, and regulators. This space is about ensuring that scientific data is accurately conveyed and that patient interests are prioritized, often serving as a balance to marketing efforts. The Potential of Artificial Intelligence in Pharmacy: AI, notably generative AI, is set to revolutionize various aspects of the pharmaceutical industry, from automating repetitive tasks in pharmacies to aiding in drug discovery and enhancing medical content creation. The episode highlights the importance of staying curious and experimental with AI to fully realize its potential in improving healthcare outcomes. You can preorder Dr. Bolu Oladini’s book here. He can be found on the following social media platforms: LinkedIn: @Bolu Oladini Instagram: @doctor_bolu Facebook: @Bolu Oladini X (formerly known as Twitter): @doctor_bolu TikTok: @doctor_bolu You can check out the following discussed AI platforms: ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/    Claude: https://claude.ai/chats  Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/app