Author: The HIR Group

With a number of medical writing programs out there, why choose our program? There are a number of medical writing programs out there. The typical program is academic in nature versus industry-focused, with certificates and master’s degrees from which to choose. How much time do most programs take? Typical programs are between 6 months to

Are you considering a career shift into the field of health and medical writing? If you know what a health writer does, it could be an interesting career for you. So, you read job ads that say things like: “Attention to detail, strong written and communication skills, etc.” If you have already developed these skills,

Medical writing is a profession dedicated to the communication of medical, scientific, and health information, including research reports, consumer (patient) information, and regulatory documents. What is a Medical Writer? A professional medical writer is someone who has an adequate understanding of medical, scientific, and health terms and concepts, and the skills to translate such information

Just a few years ago, I would have said a resounding no! I thought about consulting for EPIC or various other academic paths that I could have pursued. Then perchance, a contract medical writing position opened up again. (I had applied before with no luck.) Apparently, the manager was in desperate need of a medical