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134 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratings

Emma Hitt Nichols talks to freelance medical writers about their work

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Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 10: Being a Lifelong Learner

February 10, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.71 MB

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 lear...

Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 9: Having a LinkedIn Presence

February 03, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 33.1 MB

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 pl...

Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 8: Being Professional on Client Calls

January 27, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 14.9 MB

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 m...

Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 7: Being Cheerful, Forgiving and Flexible

January 20, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 9.56 MB

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 mindf...

Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 6: Organized and Mindful of Time

January 13, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

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 ...

Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 5: Being well versed in the AMA Manual of Style and rules of writing and editing

January 06, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes - 12.9 MB

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...

Goal-Setting Strategies for 2022

December 30, 2021 14:11 - 25 minutes - 18.6 MB

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 here If you’re in healthcare or science and i...

Freelance Medical Writer Success Trait Number 4: Being Responsive

December 23, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13.5 MB

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 here If you’re in healthcare or science and interested in transitioning into freelance medical writing, check out 6weekcourse.com. Does your company need medical writing assistance? visit Nascentmc.com VisualMedComms is an upcoming site launching soon where you can learn how to make your medical a...

The Importance of Following Directions in Medical Writing

December 16, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MB

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 here Free AMA Style reference sheet Free AMA Style cheat sheet If you’re in healthcare or science and interested in transitioning into freelance medical writing, check out 6weekcourse.com. Does your company need medi...

Meeting Clients' Expectations In Medical Writing

December 09, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 14.6 MB

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 here If you’re in healthcare or science and interested in transitioning into freelance medical writing, check out 6weekcourse.com. Does your company need medical writing assistance? visi...

Top Ten Traits of Successful Freelance Medical Writers

December 02, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 14.9 MB

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 Fo...

LinkedIn for Attracting New Medical Writing Clients—Dr. Kalpana Shankar

November 03, 2021 20:00 - 42 minutes - 32.9 MB

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. ...

Review Articles--How to Organize and Write Them Effectively

October 06, 2021 19:36 - 40 minutes - 30.3 MB

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.  Nascentmc.com a team of highly skilled PhD- and MD-level writers for your educational programs, needs assessments, manuscripts, and more. https://6weekcour...

Pivoting and Finding Your Way—Jamelah Martin

June 03, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 29.9 MB

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 6-Week Course, everything you need to...

The Flexibility of Freelancing–Interview With Jennifer Herrin

May 27, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 20.2 MB

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 6-Week Course, everything you need to know to start your freelance medi...

Manuscript Writing 101

May 20, 2021 10:55 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MB

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 senten...

Tips for Pleasing Your Client as a New Freelancer

May 13, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MB

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 ...

4–Volunteer Medical Writing for Fun and Good Karma

May 06, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 54.5 MB

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 smmedicalwriting.com.  I also mention the following websites that may help you get started with volunteer medical writing: http://medangel.org/ https://www.catchafire.org/ https://taprootfoundation.org/ https://www.volunteermatch.org/ Chec...

4–Doctorate in Chemistry Seeks Work-Life Balance and Finds it in Freelance Medical Writing

April 29, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 54.7 MB

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 3cmedicalwriting.com.   Check out the 6-Week Course, everything you need to know to start your freelance ...

4–Medical Illustrator Turned Medical Writer

April 22, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 89.5 MB

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 6-Week Course, everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com, where you can access free content on medical writing   A...

4-Factchecking for Medical Writers

April 15, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 21.1 MB

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 a...

4-PhD in Microbiology Transitions From a Postdoc to Medical Writing

April 08, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 16 MB

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 ...

4-A PharmD Transitions Into Freelance Medical Writing

April 01, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 17.9 MB

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 https://www.aptewrite.com/. 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 ...

4-Mid-Career UK Veterinarian Makes the Leap to Medical Writing

March 25, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 13.4 MB

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 6-Week Course, 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 ver...

4-Pediatrician Recently Turned Medical Writer

March 17, 2021 16:52 - 21 minutes - 16.2 MB

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...

4-Medical Writing in Africa

March 11, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MB

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 6-Week Course, everything you need to know to start your freelance medical writing business, at 6weekcourse.com. The new version is la...

3-Emerging Opportunities in Medical Writing: Medical Writing Support Services

December 21, 2020 13:50 - 18 minutes - 14.9 MB

Download Dr. Emma Hitt Nichols’ article on MWSS here.  Check out LearnAMAStyle.com 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 here.   Music: Frozen Summer by Hypp fractal

Emerging Opportunities in Medical Writing: Medical Writing Support Services

December 21, 2020 13:50 - 18 minutes - 14.9 MB

Download Dr. Emma Hitt Nichols’ article on MWSS here.  Check out LearnAMAStyle.com 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 here.   Music: Frozen Summer by Hypp fractal

3–AMA STYLE: 10 Things Medical Writers and Editors Should Know

December 10, 2020 01:17 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MB

Download the AMA Manual of Style checklist here.  Checkout LearnAMAStyle.com for information on the course Become a Freelance Medical Editor.  Music: Frozen Summer by Hypp fractal

AMA STYLE: 10 Things Medical Writers and Editors Should Know

December 10, 2020 01:17 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MB

Download the AMA Manual of Style checklist here.  Checkout LearnAMAStyle.com for information on the course Become a Freelance Medical Editor.  Music: Frozen Summer by Hypp fractal

SEASON 3 - 14--Molecular Mechanisms of SARS CoV-2

April 12, 2020 18:54 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MB

This is the audio from our course about Molecular Mechanisms of SARS CoV-2. This topic is better with the visual, so visit our COVID-19 Educational Resource available at nascentmc.com.  We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states. Topics: Pharmacology & Mechanisms of Drugs Potentially Effective in COVID-19 COVID-19 in Patients With Heart Disease COVID-19 in Immunocompromised Patients What OBGYNs Need to Know About COVID-19 Protect...

SEASON 3 - 13--Imaging in COVID-19

April 08, 2020 20:37 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MB

This is the audio from our course on imaging and COVID-19.  Visit our COVID-19 Educational Resource available at nascentmc.com.  We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states.  Topics: Pharmacology & Mechanisms of Drugs Potentially Effective in COVID-19 COVID-19 in Patients With Heart Disease COVID-19 in Immunocompromised Patients What OBGYNs Need to Know About COVID-19 Protecting Veterinary Clinic Staff and Clients From SARS-CoV-...

SEASON 3 - 12--Pathology and COVID-19: Damage to Lungs and Other Organs

April 08, 2020 16:03 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

  This is the audio from our course on COVID-19 and pathology-Damage to Lungs and Other Organs Visit our COVID-19 Educational Resource available at nascentmc.com.  We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states. Topics: Pharmacology & Mechanisms of Drugs Potentially Effective in COVID-19 COVID-19 in Patients With Heart Disease COVID-19 in Immunocompromised Patients What OBGYNs Need to Know About COVID-19 Protecting Veterinary Cli...

SEASON 3 - 11--Heart Disease and COVID-19

April 07, 2020 18:23 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MB

This is the audio from our course on heart disease and COVID-19.  From our COVID-19 Educational Resource available at nascentmc.com. We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states. Topics: Pharmacology & Mechanisms of Drugs Potentially Effective in COVID-19 COVID-19 in Patients With Heart Disease COVID-19 in Immunocompromised Patients What OBGYNs Need to Know About COVID-19 Protecting Veterinary Clinic Staff and Clients From SARS-CoV...

SEASON 3 - 10--Exercising During COVID-19

April 06, 2020 15:50 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

This is the audio from our course on exercising during the COVID-19 pandemic.  From our COVID-19 Educational Resource available at nascentmc.com. We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states. Topics: Pharmacology & Mechanisms of Drugs Potentially Effective in COVID-19 COVID-19 in Patients With Heart Disease COVID-19 in Immunocompromised Patients What OBGYNs Need to Know About COVID-19 Protecting Veterinary Clinic Staff and Clients Fr...

SEASON 3 - 09--COVID-19 and Testing

April 05, 2020 19:12 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MB

Audio from our course on COVID-19 and testing.  From our COVID-19 Educational Resource available at nascetnmc.com. We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states. Topics: Pharmacology & Mechanisms of Drugs Potentially Effective in COVID-19 COVID-19 in Patients With Heart Disease COVID-19 in Immunocompromised Patients What OBGYNs Need to Know About COVID-19 Protecting Veterinary Clinic Staff and Clients From SARS-CoV-2 Transmission Acut...

SEASON 3 - 08--COVID-19 and Retail Pharmacy

April 03, 2020 20:14 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

Audio from the course COVID-19 in Retail Pharmacy.  From our COVID-19 Educational Resource We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states.  Topics include COVID-19 in pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, and many other topics, both clinical and basic. Courses are relevant to healthcare professionals, scientists, and the general public who have a need or desire to know about the science behind COVID-19.   Our content creators have...

SEASON 3 - 07--COVID-19 and Veterinary Medicine

April 02, 2020 23:03 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

Audio from the course COVID-19 and Veterinary Medicine.  From our COVID-19 Educational Resource We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states.  Topics include COVID-19 in pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, and many other topics, both clinical and basic. Courses are relevant to healthcare professionals, scientists, and the general public who have a need or desire to know about the science behind COVID-19.   Our content creators have...

SEASON 3 - 06-Emergency Medicine and COVID-19 What ED Staff Need to Know

March 31, 2020 20:01 - 34 minutes - 47 MB

Audio from the course Emergency Medicine and COVID-19 What ED Staff Need to Know.  From our COVID-19 Educational Resource We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states.  Topics include COVID-19 in pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, and many other topics, both clinical and basic. Courses are relevant to healthcare professionals, scientists, and the general public who have a need or desire to know about the science behind COVID-19. ...

SEASON 3 - 05-COVID-19 in Immunosuppressed Patients

March 29, 2020 19:42 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MB

Audio from the course COVID-19 in Immunosuppressed Patients.  From our COVID-19 Educational Resource We are medical writers with MDs and PhDs sharing our expertise on COVID-19 and various disease states.  Topics include COVID-19 in pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, and many other topics, both clinical and basic. Courses are relevant to healthcare professionals, scientists, and the general public who have a need or desire to know about the science behind COVID-19.   Our content creators...

SEASON 3 - 04-COVID-19 in patients with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

March 28, 2020 19:58 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MB

This is the audio from our course that covers COVID-19 & Type 1 and 2 Diabetes GO TO https://nascentmc.com/coronavirus-courses/. By the end of this course you will be able to: Discuss the potential morbidity and mortality rates of COVID-19 in patients with diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) Describe the mechanisms underlying potential interactions between diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) and COVID-19 Review protective measures for the prevention of COVID-19 in patients with diabetes Our cont...

SEASON 3 - 03-COVID-19-what OB/GYNs need to know.

March 25, 2020 21:26 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

This is the audio from our course that covers COVID-19: What OB/GYNS need to know. FREE ON PREORDER NOW UNTIL MARCH 28TH, 2020.  GO TO https://nascentmc.com/coronavirus-courses/. By the end of this course you will be able to: •Describe the clinical presentation of COVID-19. •Discuss testing procedures in the OB/GYN setting. •List guidance provided by OB/GYN professional associations about caring for patients with COVID-19.  •Review management of patients in the OB/GYN setting, in...

SEASON 3 - 02-Potential Therapeutic Strategies Against SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19

March 24, 2020 12:32 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

This is the audio from our course that covers potential new therapeutics that may be effective in the current SARS-COV-2 COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. FREE ON PREORDER NOW UNTIL MARCH 28TH, 2020.  GO TO https://nascentmc.com/coronavirus-courses/. Topics include virus-targeted agents, and host targeted agents. New COVID-19 Educational Resource Access for FREE at this time. Topics include COVID-19 in pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, and many other topics, both clinical and basic. ...

SEASON 3 - 01-Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use in COVID-19

March 23, 2020 16:56 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

This is the audio from our course that covers the use of personal protective equipment for workers in healthcare dealing with the current SARS-COV-2 COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. It is also for anyone with a general interest in the topic. By the end of this course you will be able to Describe appropriate use of PPE in COVID-19 Discuss current shortage issues and strategies List recommendations for reuse and extended use of PPE FREE ON PREORDER NOW UNTIL MARCH 28TH, 2020.  GO TO h...

2-011 Writing To Be Understood—Interview with Anne Janzer

March 15, 2019 14:17 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

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, wri...

2-010 Are You Living Your Best Healthy Life as a Medical Writer?

March 08, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this episode, I’m talking about living a healthy life as a medical writer (applicable to all sedentary professionals), which is especially important once you hit 50. Optimizing your health over the long haul involves limiting alcohol, avoiding a sedentary lifestyle, and eating properly, and of course not smoking or taking any other substances. I talk about my recent 30 lb weight loss, how I now exercise regularly, and prefer sparkling water with cranberry juice over chardonnay these days....

2-009 AMA Manual of Style Tips: References and Capitalization

March 01, 2019 13:17 - 17 minutes - 24.6 MB

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 http://6weekcourse.com/ama-manual-of-style-tips/ for these tips in video format. Check out the PowerPoint course for scientists and medical writers and use PPTDISCOUNT for a discount. Check out nascent...

2-008 AMWA’s Educational Offerings – Interview With Lori Alexander, Education Director

February 22, 2019 08:00 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MB

Lori Alexander is the American Medical Writer's Association (AMWA) Past President and their current Education Director. She discusses, among other things, AMWA's plans to expand their educational offerings, especially with respect to online educational activities. She talks about some of AMWA’s current offerings, such as online webinars, interactive activities, and fast interactive training “FIT”—a nugget of training delivered in 15 minutes. Check out the PowerPoint course for scientists a...

2-007 Will Pass, DVM, Veterinarian Turned Medical Writer

February 15, 2019 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MB

In this episode, I interview Dr. Will Pass who recently transitioned from being a veterinarian to being a full time medical writer. He talks about how being a vet helped him prepare to be a medical writer and some of the benefits of working as a freelance medical writer.   Check out the PowerPoint course for scientists and medical writers and use PPTDISCOUNT Check out nascentmc.com for medical writing assistance and 6weekcourse.com for free info on getting into medical writing. 

2-006 All About P Values and What’s in That AMA Manual Anyway?

February 08, 2019 08:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MB

American Medical Association (AMA) Manual of Style P value pointers and overview of the AMA Manual of Style contents. In this episode, I briefly describe what P values are; it’s a deep topic better left to statistical experts, but still, as medical writers, it’s important that we have a basic understanding. We also need to know how to format P values in the documents we write. I'll also, in this episode, give an overview of the contents of the manual, talking about how the different sectio...