Dr. Sylvie Stacy’s 50 Nonclinical Careers for Physicians is a practical guide for doctors exploring career options beyond clinical medicine. It debunks common myths.
What’s really cool is that the book uses real life stories, like Dr. Dragon Do who is a content developer for practice exams, and Dr. Aditi Mallick who is an engagement manager at McKinsey, to show how diverse physician careers can be. It even maps out seven clear paths in pharma, biotech and medical devices, roles most of us didn’t even know existed.
Even better, for each path it gives you the exact job titles to search. If you search just for “Medical Director” or “CMO” you’ll miss out. Interested in regulatory affairs? Try searching for “regulatory affairs specialist” or “regulatory affairs scientist.” Curious about drug safety? Look for “drug safety physician,” ”Pharmacoepidemiologist" or “medical director of surveillance and risk management.” You’ll find opportunities you never knew were there.
For those interested specifically in pharma MSL roles, we recommend the companion article by Dr. Samuel Dyer, a global expert in the field.
Dr. Stacy's book is an essential starting point for physicians considering a nonclinical path.
