How to write about Medical devices as a regulatory medical writer

In this episode of the Medical Writing Uncut podcast, Virginia Chachati interviews Geneviève Laumen, a freelance medical writer with a background in neuroscience and clinical evaluation. Geneviève shares her journey from academia to the medical device industry and then to freelancing, highlighting the skills needed for success in medical writing, particularly in a highly regulated environment. She discusses the importance of literature review, communication skills, and networking in finding clients. The conversation also touches on the future of medical writing, including the potential role of AI. Follow Geneviève on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevi%C3%A8velaumen/ Takeaways - Geneviève has a background in biology and neuroscience. - She transitioned to freelance medical writing after working in the medical device industry. - Key skills for medical writing include reading comprehension and communication. - Medical writing is highly regulated and requires knowledge of various regulations. - Networking on platforms like LinkedIn is crucial for finding clients. - A writing portfolio can be challenging to build in this field due to confidentiality. - Geneviève shares tips for conducting systematic literature searches. - Documentation is essential in the clinical evaluation process. - AI tools can assist in literature searches but should not be fully trusted. - The medical writing community is supportive and approachable. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Medical Writing and Geneviève's Background 01:53 Transitioning from Medical Devices to Freelance Writing 04:45 Key Skills and Tips for Medical Writing 08:00 Finding Clients and Building a Portfolio 10:05 Future Trends and the Role of AI in Medical Writing Thank you for watching :) Medical writing courses: https://writeclinic.thinkific.com/collections/courses Join International Medical Writers Association: https://writeclinic.thinkific.com/courses/international-medical-writers-association #MedicalWriting #MedicalWriter #medicalcopywriting