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ESCAPE FROM THE PHARMA DRUG CARTEL: 
ISBN: 9781432712808
"I went to school and have my college degree. I married and had children. I had a successful career for 18 years-top sales with award winning trips for seven of those years. I have saved for my retirement. I have savings accounts for my children to go to college. I pay my taxes and volunteer my time to many worthy causes like the Epilepsy foundation and the Alzheimer's Association. Yes, I own two nice cars, a big screen TV, and expensive suits and am an incorrigible shopaholic, but I'm not rich by any stretch of the imagination. I'd been blessed with a comfortable middle class life until one split second took it all away."
Kimberly Cheryl was living the American Dream until she was seriously injured in a car accident. Unexpectedly fired by the company she long served, she found herself without a job, without insurance, and without any means of paying off her obligations. She quickly moved from a position of observer and participant of the health care industry to being adversely affected by the same system.
In Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel, Cheryl reveals how our health care system is broken, unjust, and inhumane. "Every other industrialized nation manages to provide almost all its citizens with guaranteed health insurance, while spending less on health care than we do," Cheryl writes. How is it possible that the United States-a leader in health care development and drug discovery-is not able to provide its citizens with medical care when countries like Australia and China do?
When I came across Kimberly Cheryl's book, I was still grieving the
loss of my mother, so the subject of health care in the US grabbed my
attention. I also spent years working at a print center near
Vanderbilt, during which time I encountered numerous pharmaceutical
reps and saw firsthand the waste, fraud, and unethical aspects of their
business.
Kimberly's book outlines an American "success" story, starting in the trenches of corporate job interviews and training, climbing the ladder of bonuses and awards, then plummeting from the pinnacle in the wake of changing ethics and medical issues. Along the way, Kimberly establishes her credibility as one who knows the ins and outs of Big Pharma, as she calls, lending more weight to her myth-busting list in the final chapters, as well as to her call to action and radical change. She doesn't gloss over her own "teeny, tiny mental breakdown" or the strains of the industry on families, physicians, and so on.
After my mother's recent passing in Germany, I was struck by the injustice of our own health system. She had no insurance in the US--due to persisting heart issues, no one would cover her. She was single and low-income. In other words, as she lay dying, she had no real means of being taken care of. Thankfully, due to Germany's system, she received quality care in those last few weeks, despite not even being a citizen. I doubt the same would've happened in her own country which she loved.
"Escape from the Pharma Cartel" is a vital wake-up call to legislators, regulators, and individuals. It peels back the veil and exposes the gross conflicts of interest within the FDA and the multi-billion dollar companies that comprise Big Pharma. This book needs to be read. I sure hope somebody's paying attention.
In Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel, Kimberly Cheryl takes the reader on a shocking, revealing, and provocative tour of the pharmaceutical industry of America as only an insider can.
"I went to school and have my college degree. I married and had children. I had a successful career for 18 years-top sales with award winning trips for seven of those years. I have saved for my retirement. I have savings accounts for my children to go to college. I pay my taxes and volunteer my time to many worthy causes like the Epilepsy foundation and the Alzheimer's Association. Yes, I own two nice cars, a big screen TV, and expensive suits and am an incorrigible shopaholic, but I'm not rich by any stretch of the imagination. I'd been blessed with a comfortable middle class life until one split second took it all away."
Kimberly Cheryl was living the American Dream until she was seriously injured in a car accident. Unexpectedly fired by the company she long served, she found herself without a job, without insurance, and without any means of paying off her obligations. She quickly moved from a position of observer and participant of the health care industry to being adversely affected by the same system.
In Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel, Cheryl reveals how our health care system is broken, unjust, and inhumane. "Every other industrialized nation manages to provide almost all its citizens with guaranteed health insurance, while spending less on health care than we do," Cheryl writes. How is it possible that the United States-a leader in health care development and drug discovery-is not able to provide its citizens with medical care when countries like Australia and China do?
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4 1/2 Stars . . . A Wake-up Call, April 15, 2009
| By | Eric Wilson "novelist" (Nashville, TN United States) - New York Times Best Selling Author (TOP 100 REVIEWER) |
Kimberly's book outlines an American "success" story, starting in the trenches of corporate job interviews and training, climbing the ladder of bonuses and awards, then plummeting from the pinnacle in the wake of changing ethics and medical issues. Along the way, Kimberly establishes her credibility as one who knows the ins and outs of Big Pharma, as she calls, lending more weight to her myth-busting list in the final chapters, as well as to her call to action and radical change. She doesn't gloss over her own "teeny, tiny mental breakdown" or the strains of the industry on families, physicians, and so on.
After my mother's recent passing in Germany, I was struck by the injustice of our own health system. She had no insurance in the US--due to persisting heart issues, no one would cover her. She was single and low-income. In other words, as she lay dying, she had no real means of being taken care of. Thankfully, due to Germany's system, she received quality care in those last few weeks, despite not even being a citizen. I doubt the same would've happened in her own country which she loved.
"Escape from the Pharma Cartel" is a vital wake-up call to legislators, regulators, and individuals. It peels back the veil and exposes the gross conflicts of interest within the FDA and the multi-billion dollar companies that comprise Big Pharma. This book needs to be read. I sure hope somebody's paying attention.
Interesting topic about pharma drugs,
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Saddening, yet thought provoking reading, recommended,
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Insightful And Riveting,
Cheryl introduces herself as an industry insider, forsaken and given up on once her health takes a sudden downturn, an incident described in excruciating and astounding detail near the beginning of the book. Readers begin with a peek into the industry's training philosophies and management practices, including witnessing events and training programs described in such lavish and opulent detail as to be simultaneously inviting - yet strangely disturbing - definitely echoing the swollen wallets and bank accounts of this para-cartel. Cheryl then traces her path through the light days and watches for us as the industry seems to turn. While giving eye-opening insight into both her personal and professional life, Escape From The Pharma Drug Cartel also augments Cheryl's experience with the perspectives of other pharma drug soldiers, provided through glimpses into conversations, online communities, and others' beliefs regarding the industry. With great foreshadowing that hooks the reader, along with intimate details and incredible highlights, this book offers an insightful look into a roller coaster of a career. Allena Tapia Apex Reviews |
2008 USA BookNews Best Book Award Top Finalist,
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In Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel, Kimberly Cheryl takes the reader on a shocking, revealing, and provocative tour of the pharmaceutical industry of America as only an insider can.
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Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel: My Life as a Member of the Pharmaceutical
Drug Cartel
Kimberly Cheryl
Outskirts Press (2007)
ISBN 9781432712808
Reviewed by Olivera Baumgartner-Jackson for Reader Views (8/08)
Kimberly Cheryl’s “Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel” is a sobering book. The author worked in pharmaceutical sales for nearly two decades and during her career she’s seen it all. In this book she also reveals it all – from the incredible amounts of money spent on advertising and marketing – which happens to be way more than the industry spends on development and research, to the unjust and unfair way the reps are treated when something bad happens to them. In the fast-paced and cut-throat corporate world of today, the pharmaceutical sales field seems to be the lowest of the low. Having been able to see the health care field from both sides – as a provider and as a patient, Cheryl focuses on many issues that we face every day and gives an intelligent assessment of what is wrong with the American health care in general.
Cheryl’s corporate career has been extremely successful for the longest time. She had it all, until one tiny moment of bad luck. When an accident left her in pain, she continued working, even at the risk of injuring herself further. But not even that was enough and she eventually got fired by the company she worked for, in spite of still achieving high sales and excellent results. That’s when she faced the reality so many other Americans face every day – uninsured, with an uninsurable husband (due to his Crohn’s disease), facing bills and unpaid taxes… Looking back at her career, she takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the convoluted pathways of new drugs marketing and sales. Most any question the reader has ever had about the way things work in this field, starting from why certain drugs get prescribed so often, even when they have not been tested enough and/or have well known harmful side effects, has been answered, oftentimes supported with hard data and names. While there is no denying that Cheryl is still bitter over what could be seen as total betrayal by her former employers, there is no doubt that she turned that bitterness to good use. Exposing the oftentimes ugly truth of the “Pharma Drug Cartel” should have more people asking the right questions and it will hopefully bring some positive changes into the available health care options. While Kimberly Cheryl never gets too technical in her writing, she comes across as competent and believable in “Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel.” My only wish is that she would have invested in having the book
professionally edited, which would have helped weed out some rather amusing typos and errors like (luggage caracole, Chrone’s disease, the streets were stripped bear…). Other than that, I found this book an eyeopening and very worthwhile read. I just wish those in power would take the time to read it too and do something about the abysmal situation so many Americans are put in today when it comes to health care.
exciting, February 11, 2008
BY: Laura, RN
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Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel: My Life as a Member of the Pharmaceutical
Drug Cartel
Kimberly Cheryl
Outskirts Press (2007)
ISBN 9781432712808
Reviewed by Olivera Baumgartner-Jackson for Reader Views (8/08)
Kimberly Cheryl’s “Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel” is a sobering book. The author worked in pharmaceutical sales for nearly two decades and during her career she’s seen it all. In this book she also reveals it all – from the incredible amounts of money spent on advertising and marketing – which happens to be way more than the industry spends on development and research, to the unjust and unfair way the reps are treated when something bad happens to them. In the fast-paced and cut-throat corporate world of today, the pharmaceutical sales field seems to be the lowest of the low. Having been able to see the health care field from both sides – as a provider and as a patient, Cheryl focuses on many issues that we face every day and gives an intelligent assessment of what is wrong with the American health care in general.
Cheryl’s corporate career has been extremely successful for the longest time. She had it all, until one tiny moment of bad luck. When an accident left her in pain, she continued working, even at the risk of injuring herself further. But not even that was enough and she eventually got fired by the company she worked for, in spite of still achieving high sales and excellent results. That’s when she faced the reality so many other Americans face every day – uninsured, with an uninsurable husband (due to his Crohn’s disease), facing bills and unpaid taxes… Looking back at her career, she takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the convoluted pathways of new drugs marketing and sales. Most any question the reader has ever had about the way things work in this field, starting from why certain drugs get prescribed so often, even when they have not been tested enough and/or have well known harmful side effects, has been answered, oftentimes supported with hard data and names. While there is no denying that Cheryl is still bitter over what could be seen as total betrayal by her former employers, there is no doubt that she turned that bitterness to good use. Exposing the oftentimes ugly truth of the “Pharma Drug Cartel” should have more people asking the right questions and it will hopefully bring some positive changes into the available health care options. While Kimberly Cheryl never gets too technical in her writing, she comes across as competent and believable in “Escape from the Pharma Drug Cartel.” My only wish is that she would have invested in having the book
professionally edited, which would have helped weed out some rather amusing typos and errors like (luggage caracole, Chrone’s disease, the streets were stripped bear…). Other than that, I found this book an eyeopening and very worthwhile read. I just wish those in power would take the time to read it too and do something about the abysmal situation so many Americans are put in today when it comes to health care.
exciting,
Very interesting, quick and enjoyable read. Ms. Cheryl brings up some
interesting points of discussion for anyone who has had dealings not
only with the medical business but business practices overall. The
touches of homelife she introduces make this appealing to a wide
variety of readers. Would love to read more.
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Incredible Journey,
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From: Escape From the Pharma Drug Cartel.(Brief article)(Book review) by Carson, Michael J.
Source: Reviewer's Bookwatch, 12/1/2008.
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ARE YOUR HABITS KILLING YOU? A Complete Personal Handbook Of Safety Suggestions to Incorporate into Your Everyday Life: Because the Best Defense Is a Good Offensive Plan!
ISBN: 9781432714611
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, millions of citizens are victimized annually by theft, violent assaults, and property crimes. You do not have to be a statistic. You can refuse to be a victim!
Experts agree the single most important factor in surviving a criminal attack is to have an overall safety strategy before you need it. Now, with this inclusive handbook, you can learn the personal safety tips and techniques you need to avoid dangerous situations, and avoid becoming a victim.
Are Your Habits Killing You? promotes awareness and prevention of criminal confrontation. The book's topics include: children, elderly, home, automobile, phone, technological, travel, and personal security. Readers are presented with a variety of common-sense crime prevention and personal safety strategies and devices they may integrate into their daily lives.
A Must-Have Book for All Families!
Self-defense is about staying out of harm's way. Self-defense is NOT about letting someone physically assault you so you can, in turn, defend yourself. Yet, we obviously don't live in a perfect world. Despite the fact we may have excellent awareness & avoidance skills there is still a chance that we could find ourselves in potentially violent situations. Based on this fact, we must have a solid understanding of how and when to escape
Therefore, this book also teaches you how to escape an unwanted or unexpected grasp so you can retreat to safety if necessary. The important part is you will learn how to defend yourself in any threatening situation while practicing in a non-violent environment.
Are Your Habits Killing You? is a Must-Have Book for All Families!
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, millions of citizens are victimized annually by theft, violent assaults, and property crimes. You do not have to be a statistic. You can refuse to be a victim!
Experts agree the single most important factor in surviving a criminal attack is to have an overall safety strategy before you need it. Now, with this inclusive handbook, you can learn the personal safety tips and techniques you need to avoid dangerous situations, and avoid becoming a victim.
Are Your Habits Killing You? promotes awareness and prevention of criminal confrontation. The book's topics include: children, elderly, home, automobile, phone, technological, travel, and personal security. Readers are presented with a variety of common-sense crime prevention and personal safety strategies and devices they may integrate into their daily lives.
A Must-Have Book for All Families!
Self-defense is about staying out of harm's way. Self-defense is NOT about letting someone physically assault you so you can, in turn, defend yourself. Yet, we obviously don't live in a perfect world. Despite the fact we may have excellent awareness & avoidance skills there is still a chance that we could find ourselves in potentially violent situations. Based on this fact, we must have a solid understanding of how and when to escape
Therefore, this book also teaches you how to escape an unwanted or unexpected grasp so you can retreat to safety if necessary. The important part is you will learn how to defend yourself in any threatening situation while practicing in a non-violent environment.
Are Your Habits Killing You? is a Must-Have Book for All Families!
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A Guide To Getting A Job In The Pharmaceutical Industry
Do you know what separates the top sales people in any given industry? If you could take two hours to read a book that would help you get the job you want, would you take the time to read it? Sadly, most average people don’t take the time to read the books that will help them. It’s always the top sales people who invest in their trade; who sharpen their ax constantly. Can you spare the time and make an investment in your future? The purpose of this book is to help you become the best of the best and to help you start preparing for your pharmaceutical / medical sales career NOW!
For those of you contemplating pharmaceutical / medical product sales as a profession, this book will give you a foundation on which to build your career.
Why is this the book for you? As a pharmaceutical sales representative with 18 years of experience in the industry, I have been a specialty representative, a hospital rep, a product sales instructor, a managed care sales rep and a temporary district manager and I know the industry.
This book will cover everything from networking and interview techniques to the importance of attitude and behavior. You see, the greatest sales people, yesterday and today, possess certain traits on which I have always focused my success on. They have a special winning attitude that propels them to success. To be truly valued and successful in the pharmaceutical industry, this is where to start.
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A Guide To Getting A Job In The Pharmaceutical Industry
Do you know what separates the top sales people in any given industry? If you could take two hours to read a book that would help you get the job you want, would you take the time to read it? Sadly, most average people don’t take the time to read the books that will help them. It’s always the top sales people who invest in their trade; who sharpen their ax constantly. Can you spare the time and make an investment in your future? The purpose of this book is to help you become the best of the best and to help you start preparing for your pharmaceutical / medical sales career NOW!
For those of you contemplating pharmaceutical / medical product sales as a profession, this book will give you a foundation on which to build your career.
Why is this the book for you? As a pharmaceutical sales representative with 18 years of experience in the industry, I have been a specialty representative, a hospital rep, a product sales instructor, a managed care sales rep and a temporary district manager and I know the industry.
This book will cover everything from networking and interview techniques to the importance of attitude and behavior. You see, the greatest sales people, yesterday and today, possess certain traits on which I have always focused my success on. They have a special winning attitude that propels them to success. To be truly valued and successful in the pharmaceutical industry, this is where to start.
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