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Emma Hitt Nichols interviews freelance medical writers about their work.
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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 10: Being a Lifelong Learner
02/10/2022
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 10: Being a Lifelong Learner
Learning a little bit of something each day is a bit like dollar-cost averaging in the field of investing: keep doing them consistently over time, and you will end up becoming very rich in both marketable skills and savings. It’s also always been my belief that the best investment you can possibly make—better than any mutual fund or stock market return—is in developing your own skills. Nobody can take them away from you. In this episode I talk about some of the things that are useful to learn as a freelance medical writer. Here are the 10 traits of successful freelance medical writers: Focused on what the client and reader wants and needs Follows directions Follows formatting Responsive Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing Organized and mindful of time Cheerful/forgiving/flexible Professional with clients on calls LinkedIn presence Lifelong learner Access “LinkedIn for Medical Writers” . Download the free AMA Style cheat sheet Download the free AMA style reference list Find out more information about how to get into freelance medical writing at Does your company need medical writing assistance? Visit Join VisualMedComms . Learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills. Find out more about joining the membership below.
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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 9: Having a LinkedIn Presence
02/03/2022
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 9: Having a LinkedIn Presence
This week’s episode covers freelance medical writer success trait number 9, which is having a strong LinkedIn presence. I interviewed Dr. Kalpana Shankar a few months ago on this topic, and I think our conversation really covers most of what I would have to say (and includes several value bombs from Dr. Shankar), so I am reposting that here, along with a short intro on the topic. If you are a freelance medical writer and are interested in getting more clients, LinkedIn is definitely the place to be. You can have a fully built profile within a day. If you need a little guidance on that, check out my “” course. Here are the 10 traits of successful freelance medical writers: Focused on what the client and reader wants and needs Follows directions Follows formatting Responsive Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing Organized and mindful of time Cheerful/forgiving/flexible Professional with clients on calls LinkedIn presence Lifelong learner Access “LinkedIn for Medical Writers” . Download the free AMA Style cheat sheet Download the free AMA style reference list Find out more information about how to get into freelance medical writing at Does your company need medical writing assistance? Visit Join VisualMedComms
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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 8: Being Professional on Client Calls
01/27/2022
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 8: Being Professional on Client Calls
In this episode, I talk about the many things we have to remember to pull off a successful video conference call with a client, including what to wear, how to set up the video, and other minutiae involved in a professional client call. This is trait number 8 of the 10 traits of successful freelance medical writers. Focused on what the client and reader wants and needs Follows directions Follows formatting Responsive Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing Organized and mindful of time Cheerful/forgiving/flexible Professional with clients on calls LinkedIn presence Lifelong learner Download the free AMA Style cheat sheet Download the free AMA style reference list Course EDITING FOR MEDICAL WRITERS (Learn AMA Style Find out more information about how to get into freelance medical writing at Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is a new membership where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 7: Being Cheerful, Forgiving and Flexible
01/20/2022
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 7: Being Cheerful, Forgiving and Flexible
This week I am talking about being cheerful, forgiving, and flexible--freelance medical writer success trait number 7. How far do you have to go in this regard? Is the customer or client always right? When should you cut ties with a client? Here are the top 10 traits of successful medical writers as I see them: Focused on what the client and reader wants and needs Follows directions Follows formatting Responsive Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing. Organized and mindful of time. Cheerful/forgiving/flexible Professional with clients on calls LinkedIn presence. Lifelong learner You can listen to that overview episode Download the free AMA Style cheat sheet Download the free AMA style reference list Course EDITING FOR MEDICAL WRITERS (Learn AMA Style Find out more information about how to get into freelance medical writing at Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is a new membership where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 6: Organized and Mindful of Time
01/13/2022
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 6: Organized and Mindful of Time
So this week I have a touch of Covid (thankfully, the seemingly milder Omicron variety). And YES I got 2 vaccinations and a booster! Anyway, I don’t want you having to listen to my croaky voice, except for in the intro sections! I did a 3-part series on productivity a while back and thought I would repost the series as a single episode here as it pertains to success trait number 6, which is “organized and mindful of time.” In the first of this 3-part series, I describe productivity hacks that everyone can use. In the second of this 3-part series, I talk about medical-writer specific productivity hacks. In the third of this 3-part series, I talk about delegating, the key to being uberproductive and having enough free time. Here are the top 10 traits of successful medical writers as I see them: Focused on what the client and reader wants and needs Follows directions Follows formatting Responsive Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing. Organized and mindful of time. Cheerful/forgiving/flexible Professional with clients on calls LinkedIn presence. Lifelong learner You can listen to that overview episode Download the free AMA Style cheat sheet Download the free AMA style reference list Course EDITING FOR MEDICAL WRITERS (Learn AMA Style Find out more information about how to get into freelance medical writing at Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is a new membership where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 5: Being well versed in the AMA Manual of Style and rules of writing and editing
01/06/2022
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 5: Being well versed in the AMA Manual of Style and rules of writing and editing
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 5: Being well versed in the AMA Manual of Style and rules of writing and editing In this week’s episode, I talk about the success trait number 5, and that is being well versed in the AMA Manual of Style and the rules of writing and editing. Qualities like having a science background, being detail oriented and having the ability to sit quietly at a computer are a given and not included in the 10 traits. Here are the top 10 traits as I see them: Focused on what the client and reader wants and needs Follows directions Follows formatting Responsive Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing. Organized and mindful of time. Cheerful/forgiving/flexible Professional with clients on calls LinkedIn presence. Lifelong learner From today's episode: If you would like an advance review copy of Nick Nichols' (aka dear hubby) new legal thriller All We Hold Dear coming out March 1, 2022, please email and we will send you a copy. Here are some books I recommend: On Writing by Stephen King Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott On Writing Well by William Zinsser The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr. and E.B. White How to Write Bestselling Fiction by Dean Koontz War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield And my book Emma Hitt Nichols, PhD Download the AMA Style cheat sheet Download the AMA style reference list Course EDITING FOR MEDICAL WRITERS (Learn AMA Style Find out more information about how to get into freelance medical writing at Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is a new membership where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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Goal-Setting Strategies for 2022
12/30/2021
Goal-Setting Strategies for 2022
Because it’s almost a brand new year, in this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about goals, specifically, the 5 steps of setting them and then actually pulling them off, which of course, is the hard part! Next week, I’ll resume the ongoing series about the top ten traits of successful freelance medical writers. We’re on trait number 5, "Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing." For the overview of the top ten traits, please listen If you’re in healthcare or science and interested in transitioning into freelance medical writing, check out . Does your company need medical writing assistance? Visit is launching on January 28, 2022. Make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and increase your income by offering a new set of in-demand skills to your clients.
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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 4: Being Responsive
12/23/2021
Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 4: Being Responsive
In this week’s episode, I talk about number 4 of the top ten traits of successful freelance medical writers: being responsive. For the overview of the top ten traits, please listen If you’re in healthcare or science and interested in transitioning into freelance medical writing, check out . Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is an upcoming site launching soon where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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The Importance of Following Directions in Medical Writing
12/16/2021
The Importance of Following Directions in Medical Writing
In this week’s episode, I talk about number 2 and 3 of the top ten traits of successful freelance medical writers: following directions and following formatting. I combined these because they are somewhat related. For the overview of the top ten traits, please listen If you’re in healthcare or science and interested in transitioning into freelance medical writing, check out . Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is an upcoming site launching soon where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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Meeting Clients' Expectations In Medical Writing
12/09/2021
Meeting Clients' Expectations In Medical Writing
In this week’s episode, I talk about the first of the top ten traits of successful freelance medical writers, and that is being focused on what the client wants and needs so as to meet their expectations. For the overview of the top ten traits of which this is one, please listen to last week's episode If you’re in healthcare or science and interested in transitioning into freelance medical writing, check out . Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is an upcoming site launching soon where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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Top Ten Traits of Successful Freelance Medical Writers
12/02/2021
Top Ten Traits of Successful Freelance Medical Writers
In this week’s episode, I talk about the top ten traits of successful freelance medical writers. Qualities like having a science background, being detail oriented and having the ability to sit quietly at a computer are a given and not included. I provide an overview in this week’s podcast and then I’ll be going into detail into each one over the next several weeks. Here are the top 10 traits as I see them: Focused on what the client and reader wants and needs Follows directions Follows formatting Responsive Well versed in AMA style and rules of editing. Organized and mindful of time. Cheerful/forgiving/flexible Professional with clients on calls LinkedIn presence. Lifelong learner Find out more information about how to get into freelance medical writing at Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit VisualMedComms is a brand new membership where you can learn how to make your medical and scientific communications visually appealing and benefit from incorporating a new set of in-demand skills to offer your clients.
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LinkedIn for Attracting New Medical Writing Clients—Dr. Kalpana Shankar
11/03/2021
LinkedIn for Attracting New Medical Writing Clients—Dr. Kalpana Shankar
In this episode, I speak to medical writer Kalpana Shankar, PhD, and we talk about all things LinkedIn Marketing. Talking Points What’s so special about LinkedIn? - Specifically for the professional community and where your potential clients hang out. - Can create online professional brand and reputation and no one else can mess with it. - Can show your work directly. - Helps clients get to know, like, and trust you (and therefore hire you). - Often top of Google search. - Be careful how you portray yourself on LinkedIn, and what you comment on. Setting up your profile - Lots of courses about how to build a profile on LinkedIn Learning (they should know about this!) - LinkedIn course on 6-Week Course platform - Can take days if needed - Evolves changes of over time Profile – Headline You in one sentence (about 20 words). “Freelance medical writer specializing in oncology and diabetes.” “freelance medical writer serving the continuing medical education industry.” Make it specific and clear. It’s your unique selling proposition. Make it click bait. How do you add value? How do you want to be seen? Profile – Summary This is a bio. Identify who your target audience is. Why should people contact you? Describe benefits “what you can do for clients” not features (eg, all your degrees etc.). Look at those of other medical writers. Don’t be “fake” or “hyped”. Write in first not third person (we all know you wrote it yourself!). Get someone to read your profile. Must be error free. Profile – Experience and education This is your professional CV/resume. You can omit positions that do not relate to your current career. Don’t hype things up What you do. Types of writing. Do include your clinical/research experience. Media upload is great for showing samples. Licenses and certifications Linked in Learning certificates all good. Profile – Photo and header A must have. Convey energy and enthusiasm. Biz causal OK, well groomed. Look like you would for an important client call. Don’t use an old photo or non-professional photos (eg with pets or your Tinder profile), obvious selfies or those with a flash. Building your Network Connect when it makes sense. - You can import your email address book, but be careful with that. - Don’t bulk invite—you may get flagged - When adding connections, send a personal note - Only connect with people where it makes sense. Know that fake profiles do exist on LinkedIn Paying it forward--Try to add value before asking for things. Write a recommendation. Offer to introduce someone. Share job posts and updates. Comment on other people’s posts. Content strategy Share industry-related articles and podcasts. Take a moment to make a comment when you do. Write your own posts that would be helpful to potential clients. Be genuine. People can detect when you are just trying to self-promote. Writing articles on LinkedIn Can replace a blog post. A great way to get info out there. Open to all users. Not for everyone/not necessary. Check out the 6-Week Course everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business at . There, you can access free content on medical writing. Nascent Medical--we can assist with all kinds of medical writing projects.
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Review Articles--How to Organize and Write Them Effectively
10/06/2021
Review Articles--How to Organize and Write Them Effectively
A must listen for any medical writer! In this podcast, I talk to three of our very experienced medical writers who regularly work on review articles. We talk about several aspects of writing review articles, including organizing references, synthesizing information, managing annotations and citations and all the other tasks involved. a team of highly skilled PhD- and MD-level writers for your educational programs, needs assessments, manuscripts, and more. Access the 6-Week Course, everything you need to know to start your medical writing business--since 2011, the course has helped hundreds of people transition from being unhappy in a career as a clinician or science post-doc into a lucrative, work-at-home career as a freelance medical writer.
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Pivoting and Finding Your Way—Jamelah Martin
06/03/2021
Pivoting and Finding Your Way—Jamelah Martin
In this episode, I speak to Jamelah Martin, who has a master’s degree in biomedical sciences and public health. She started looking into medical writing at the suggestion of a friend. Right now, she is working on connecting with other writers, developing her samples, and working on a blog and a podcast, and, oh yes, being a mom to her 4 kids. She hopes to help others, especially mothers and introverts, who want to pivot in their career. Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business at . There, you can access free content on medical writing.
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The Flexibility of Freelancing–Interview With Jennifer Herrin
05/27/2021
The Flexibility of Freelancing–Interview With Jennifer Herrin
In this episode, I speak to Jennifer Herrin who is originally from the US but has lived and worked in the UK for the last 10 years. She has a background in nursing, which she parlayed into a degree in technical writing. She then got a staff job as a medical editor, followed by a job in nursing while continuing to write. She now enjoys freelancing while setting her own schedule and working from anywhere. Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business at 6weekcourse.com. There, you can access free content on medical writing.
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Manuscript Writing 101
05/20/2021
Manuscript Writing 101
In this episode, I delve into the nitty gritty of medical manuscript writing. If you are an experienced medical writer, you probably know most of this, but I hope it serves to reinforce your knowledge. -Get up to speed in the subject area. -Work from a detailed outline that has been approved by the “author(s).” -Establish the format up front—download author guidelines. Clarify the word count. -Understand why the paper is being written. -Use the basic of clear writing—topic sentences, signpost words. Lead your reader through the piece in a logical order: from the already known to the new information. -Be clear about your medical writing role (no analysis, no statistics, no graphics). -Make sure any data is from the primary source. -For annotations, it’s best practice to annotate within the article, not the abstract. -Make sure the wording is not too similar to the original reference, but also similar enough that it will appear to be accurate to a fact checker. -Use sources that are high up in the impact factor and reputable. Limit your use of promotional materials, such as paid review articles, CME programs, press releases, informational products behind a pay wall. -Check data is complete (ie, don’t leave out a side effect by accident), and make sure your piece is fair balanced. Must include all agents within a class. Must include the positive and any negatives. -Make sure comparisons are appropriate (head-to-head trials are to compare but generally you cannot compare different trials). -Make sure if you are referencing a conference presentation or poster that there isn’t in fact now a published paper on the study. -Write slowly with complete accuracy because you may not catch it upon review. -Reference and annotate as you go using the split screen function in word. Or if you are an Endnote power user, go for it. -Even healthcare professionals don’t want to wade through a hotchpotch of unrelated study descriptions. If reading your own manuscript makes your eyes glaze over, there’s a problem. Try to tell a story. Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com, where you can access free content on medical writing. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing. The course is currently available and the next group will start May 29th, 2021.
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Tips for Pleasing Your Client as a New Freelancer
05/13/2021
Tips for Pleasing Your Client as a New Freelancer
In this episode, I cover tips for interacting with clients as a new freelance medical writer or any kind of freelancer for that matter. Get the skills and feedback to make sure there is a reasonable chance that you will do a good job. Really try to make new projects your best work. Expect to get a lower hourly rate for this first project. If you are writing in a specific genre, such as a needs assessment, review the client’s guidelines extra carefully and Google “how to write …..” and follow along with the generally accepted best practice. Don’t turn things in with spelling errors. Know that your client is not here to be “remedial.” When you take on a new project, look at the files immediately. It’s better to turn in something a day late than something that is not high quality. Know that just because it is a “first draft,” it still should be in great shape. Most clients should be coming back to you for repeat business. If not, find out why not. It’s usually the quality of your work. Client is not obligated to tell you. Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com, where you can access free content on medical writing. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing. The course is currently available and the next group will start May 29th, 2021.
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4–Volunteer Medical Writing for Fun and Good Karma
05/06/2021
4–Volunteer Medical Writing for Fun and Good Karma
In this episode, Dr. Sharon Morjig and I discuss the power of volunteering as a way not only to do some good in the world but to add impact to getting started in medical writing and jump starting a career in medical writing. Visit Sharon’s website at . I also mention the following websites that may help you get started with volunteer medical writing: Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com, where you can access free content on medical writing Also go to if you're interested in medical editing. The next group will start May 29th, 2021.
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4–Doctorate in Chemistry Seeks Work-Life Balance and Finds it in Freelance Medical Writing
04/29/2021
4–Doctorate in Chemistry Seeks Work-Life Balance and Finds it in Freelance Medical Writing
Dr. Kalpana Shankar sought flexibility in her schedule to raise her children, and after researching her options and considering her innate talents, she turned to freelance medical writing to achieve that. We talk about the types of work she does and how she has found some clients by revamping her LinkedIn profile. For more information and to hire Dr. Shankar please visit her website at . Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com, where you can access free content on medical writing. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing. The course is currently available and the next group will start May 29th, 2021.
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4–Medical Illustrator Turned Medical Writer
04/22/2021
4–Medical Illustrator Turned Medical Writer
In my conversation with Dr. Cheryl McCutchan, we talk about her pathway from her PhD studies in botany and biochemistry, to becoming a scientific illustrator for academia and education, to now delving into a career in medical writing (which also includes the use of her visual medical communications skills). Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com, where you can access free content on medical writing Also go to if you're interested in medical editing. The course is currently available and the next group will start May 29th, 2021.
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4-Factchecking for Medical Writers
04/15/2021
4-Factchecking for Medical Writers
In this week’s podcast episode, I chat with Dr. Sheila Patterson, who has a PhD in molecular biology. After entering into the field of medical writing, she discovered that she prefers factchecking to medical writing (although she still does some of the latter). We talked about what types of skills factcheckers need. These include the ability to understand the content being reviewed, editing skills, as well as the possession of a certain level of empathy when inserting her comments. We talk about the pay rate, how to get work, and how to price projects. We also talk about the monstrous 49” curved monitor she uses. Sheila Patterson’s LinkedIn Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com. The new version is launching soon, so sign up now to get a discounted rate. You'll get immediate access to the current course at a lower price than the new version. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing and if you would like to sign up to my upcoming medical visual communications courses.
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4-PhD in Microbiology Transitions From a Postdoc to Medical Writing
04/08/2021
4-PhD in Microbiology Transitions From a Postdoc to Medical Writing
In this week’s podcast episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Crystal Austin, who has a PhD in Microbiology but is also transitioning into medical writing. When she heard about medical writing from a coworker in her lab, at first she thought it was too good to be true that you could do something working from home with a science degree. Then, during a post-doc she discovered she enjoyed grant writing and got some funding with her efforts also. Although she is finishing up her current post-doc, Crystal is also doing subcontracting work for Nascent and other clients and plans to go full time as a medical writer in the future. Check out my , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com. The new version is launching soon, so sign up now to get a discounted rate. You'll get immediate access to the current course at a lower price than the new version. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing and if you would like to sign up to my upcoming medical visual communications courses.
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4-A PharmD Transitions Into Freelance Medical Writing
04/01/2021
4-A PharmD Transitions Into Freelance Medical Writing
Janna Afanasjeva, PharmD, BCPS realized early on that patient care was not for her and through a drug information residency she ended up on her current path of medical writing. Her website is . She signed up for Dr. Hitt Nichols’ editing course and has just finished up the 6-Week Course (Everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business), and at the time of this recording was in her first couple of weeks as a full-time freelance medical writer. Check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com. The new version is launching soon, so sign up now to get a discounted rate. You'll get immediate access to the current course at a lower price than the new version. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing and if you would like to sign up to my upcoming medical visual communications course.
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4-Mid-Career UK Veterinarian Makes the Leap to Medical Writing
03/25/2021
4-Mid-Career UK Veterinarian Makes the Leap to Medical Writing
Dr. Louisa Marcombes a mid-career veterinarian from the UK and living in France transitions into medical writing. She describes her reasons for making the transition and what her plans are for the future. Check out my , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com. The new version is launching soon, so sign up now to get a discounted rate. You'll get immediate access to the current course at a lower price than the new version. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing and if you would like to sign up to my upcoming medical visual communications course.
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4-Pediatrician Recently Turned Medical Writer
03/17/2021
4-Pediatrician Recently Turned Medical Writer
In this episode, I talk to medical writer Morgan Leafe, MD, who has recently transitioned from clinical practice as a pediatrician. She talks about some of her first projects in medical writing, as well as her interest in medical informatics, which may be of interest to some of us medical writers as a parallel “non-clinical” career. We also talk about the power of volunteering as a way of getting started in medical writing (it’s one of the most effective things you can do to make connections!). If you’re interested in medical writing, check out the , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business. There's free content there to get you started. A new version is launching soon, but if you sign up now, you’ll get access to that new version, but at the current, much discounted rate. If you might be interested in medical editing and learning all about the AMA Manual of Style, go to . That course "Become a Freelance Medical Editor" will launch on May 29th, 2021. There, you can sign up for free cheat sheets, such as a check list about setting up shop as a freelance medical editor and also a cheat sheet that has several different types of references in AMA style that you can cut and paste as you work.
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4-Medical Writing in Africa
03/11/2021
4-Medical Writing in Africa
In this week's episode, I talk to 4 people who are living and working as medical writers in Africa--two in Gambia who live just blocks from each other (random!), one in Mozambique, and one in Kenya. It's a huge continent, but we have both coasts covered. I ask them about what it is like, and what they would want you to know here in the US. --- Check out my , everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com. The new version is launching soon, so sign up now to get a discounted rate. You'll get immediate access to the current course at a lower price than the new version. Also go to if you're interested in medical editing.
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3-Emerging Opportunities in Medical Writing: Medical Writing Support Services
12/21/2020
3-Emerging Opportunities in Medical Writing: Medical Writing Support Services
Download Dr. Emma Hitt Nichols’ article on MWSS . Check out for information on the course Become a Freelance Medical Editor. Check out 6weekcourse.com Everything You Need to Know to Start Your Freelance Medical Writing Business . Music: Frozen Summer by
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3–AMA STYLE: 10 Things Medical Writers and Editors Should Know
12/10/2020
3–AMA STYLE: 10 Things Medical Writers and Editors Should Know
Download the AMA Manual of Style checklist . Checkout for information on the course Become a Freelance Medical Editor. Music: Frozen Summer by
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2-011 Writing To Be Understood—Interview with Anne Janzer
03/15/2019
2-011 Writing To Be Understood—Interview with Anne Janzer
In this episode, I’m talking with Anne Janzer, who has written a book Writing To Be Understood. Anne’s book dissects what it is that makes nonfiction compelling. She talks about using stories and analogies and several other strategies that translate also to writing about medical topics. Anne Janzer is an award-winning author on a mission to help people communicate more effectively through writing. As a professional writer, she has worked with more than one hundred technology companies, writing in the voice of countless brands and corporate executives. She is author of four books, including Writing to be Understood: What Works and Why and The Workplace Writer's Process. Her books and online courses help writers improve their processes and communication skills, so they can share their thoughts and ideas with the world. Her latest book can be found here: https://annejanzer.com/book/writing-understood/ ===== Check out the for scientists and medical writers and use PPTDISCOUNT for a discount. Check out for medical writing assistance and for free info on getting into medical writing.
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2-009 AMA Manual of Style Tips: References and Capitalization
03/01/2019
2-009 AMA Manual of Style Tips: References and Capitalization
What the American Medical Association (AMA) Manual of Style has to say about reference style and rules for capitalization. Warning: make sure you have had your coffee. It’s a lot of info crammed into a few minutes! Also a good idea to have your AMA manual loaded into your browser. Visit for these tips in video format. Check out the for scientists and medical writers and use PPTDISCOUNT for a discount. Check out for medical writing assistance and for free info on getting into medical writing.
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