The Types of Medical Writing

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Think medical writing is just one thing? Think again. It's a vast field with different disciplines, each with its own goals and audiences.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the main types.

Regulatory Writing:

Create the documents that drug regulators like the FDA actually read. These are the massive dossiers that prove a drug is safe and effective. Think clinical study protocols, clinical study reports (CSRs), and the giant New Drug Applications (NDAs)

Publications Writing:

Turn complex clinical data into clear manuscripts for medical journals. They work with physicians, researchers, and other healthcare professionals. They also write conference abstracts and posters for researchers to present new findings.

Medical Education Writing:

Create materials to educate healthcare providers on diseases and treatments. This includes slide decks for sales reps, content for medical websites, and materials for live symposiums. The goal is education, not promotion.

Healthcare Marketing Writing:

Develop promotional materials for an approved drug. This includes sales brochures, drug website content, and patient education materials that align with brand strategy.

So what's the connection? Accuracy and absolute fidelity to the data. The audience and goal are what change.

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