The Writer Is In
Thoughts & tips on medical Writing
The Summer Olympics and Positive Living
The 2024 Summer Olympics officially open today, July 26, 2024, in Paris, France. Olympic athletes are awe-inspiring in many ways, reminding us not just of the extreme physical talent and prowess it takes to reach this pinnacle, but also of the mental, emotional, and...
Art as Therapy
Van Gogh, Vincent. The Starry Night. 1889, Oil on canvas, 29.01 in x 36.26 in., Museum of Modern Art, New York. (This post may contain affiliate links.) Guest post by Dr. Nick Nemeth. Finding catharsis, an outlet to let emotions ebb and flow, should be just as much a...
The Pertinent Negative
Nighthawks, by Edward Hopper. 1942. Recall the first time, or the hundredth, that you recited physical exam findings to your professor, noting every detail you could recollect of the brief practice encounter minutes beforehand. Preoccupied with avoiding awkward pauses...
The Use of AI in Medicine: A Conversation with Dan Byrne
(This post contains affiliate links.) Although it may seem as though the widespread use of artificial intelligence (AI) is a new concept that has just made its appearance upon the world stage, this moment has actually been years in the making. To look a little more in...
On the Intersection of Art and Medicine
Art Gallery of Ontario. Courtesy of Billy Wilson Photography on Visualhunt.com Analysis of the visual space in which we practice is as inextricably linked with the life of the physician as is early morning coffee, always black, or the weight of a pager clinging to...
How One Physician Author Found Success: A Conversation with Dr. Christine Ko
I’m pleased to be able to share my interview with Christine J. Ko, MD, Professor of Dermatology and Pathology at Yale School of Medicine—and a published physician author! I had the good fortune of connecting with Dr. Ko through my own coaching services, and am so...
The American Medical Writers Association (AMWA): If You’re a Physician Writer, Should You Join?
One of the most common questions I get from my physician-writer clients is, “Should I join the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA)?” The short answer is: yes, with one important exception. What Is AMWA? AMWA has over 4,000 members and is the leading...
3 Creativity Tips for Busy Physician Writers
"You will never find time for anything. If you want time you must make it."--Charles Burton Physician writers and authors often have a hundred other demands competing for their attention throughout the day, every day. How, then, to find time to write creatively? Here...
5 Medical and Healthcare Journals Accepting Essays, Poetry, and More
Physician authors often have experience publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts in established medical journals, but may also wish to add to their portfolio of non-research publications, particularly when seeking to pursue a path in creative writing or commercial...
Physician Author Profile: Dr. Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930)
"'I play the game for the game's own sake,' said he. 'But the problem certainly presents some points of interest, and I shall be very pleased to look into it. Some more facts, please.'"--Sir Arthur Conan Doyle,The Adventure of the Bruce-Partington Plans Physician...