Student Testimonials

Merrilee Boughan

Hometown: Kansas City, MO

Class Speciality: 12-Week Spine and Orthopaedic Reconstruction & Trauma

Company Placement: Wright Medical

Tell me a little about your background.

I was a physician recruiter before attending MSC.

Why were you interested in pursuing medical sales as a career?

I was interested in medical sales because I wanted to be in on the action that's involved in this industry.

How did you learn about Medical Sales College?

Word of mouth.

What ultimately made you decide to attend?

I decided to attend MSC after continuously being rejected from medical sales jobs. I knew it would help me put my best foot forward to get into the industry.

Please describe your training experience at Medical Sales College.

My training at MSC was fantastic!

Why should someone attend Medical Sales College?

Someone should attend MSC to really understand medical device sales and put their best foot forward to break into the industry.

How long did you try to get into the industry before attending MSC? What was that experience like?

Over a year.

Please briefly explain your job interview process with your hiring company.

My job interview process has been going on for about a year. I received rejection after rejection until after COVID I moved back to Missouri and I received 3 different job offers. The interview process for each position took a minimum of 3 months.

What do you know now that you wish you had known before entering the industry/attending Medical Sales College?

It's important to just be you. Don't try and mold yourself into who you think the company wants. When it's the right fit, it will come easy.