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One of the most common questions I get asked about nonclinical careers is, āWhat are my options if I didnāt complete residency?ā Luckily, the answer is, āThere are lots of options!ā Todayās guest, Dr. Lauren Weinand, is here to share how and why she chose not to pursue residency and instead took a role that combined her love for both writing and science by working for a medical communications company. Weāll discuss how Dr. Weinand knew this was the right path for her, the role of medical communications companies, and how you can get started in this career.
In this episode weāre talking about:
- How Dr. Weinand processed her decision not to pursue residency
- What medical communications companies do
- Laurenās day-to-day role at her job
- Whether an advanced degree is required for these roles
- The importance of developing a writing portfolio to enter the field
- Typical compensation for medical communications roles
- Steps for getting started in medical communications
Links for this episode:
Episode #111: Revisiting Careers You Can Do Without Residency
Episode #16: 5 Steps To Becoming A Medical Writer
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Thank you for a really enjoyable podcast.
I’m a retired surgeon trying to break into medical writing. I spent $10,000+ on obtaining a certificate in medical writing and editing from U of C Graham School, but was extremely disappointed to discover that there was no job placement assistance and that the courses produced nothing to get a portfolio started.
The experience obstacle seems insurmountable. I can write content, but what I (any many others) need is a mentorāsomeone who is willing to critique the writing before it is placed in a portfolio. No one seems to know where this kind of mentoring might be found. I have content for lay audiences, but I want content for professional audiences. Any advice in that regard?
Thanks!
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Hi Richard, thanks so much for being a listener of the podcast and your kind words. I’m so sorry about your unfortunate experience with the writing program, that would be really frustrating indeed. If you have not already joined AMWA, the American Medical Writer’s Association, this organization can be a good resource. They have regional chapters you can join where there are folks who might be willing to be a mentor for you. Another idea is to make a post in the Physician Nonclinical Career Hunter’s Facebook group to see if there is someone in the group who would like to be a mentor. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1026154807481611. I hope you find some great help!