Medical Copyediting: The Mechanics of Medical Editing

Have you considered specializing in medical editing? The field is attractive for editors and writers because, unlike most publishing sectors, the healthcare industry is strong and growing. But how do you crack into this niche market? What special skills do you need? And how does medical editing and writing differ from other kinds of journalism? If you are looking to move in this direction, this presentation can help you decide if you're ready. Be ready for the Q&A following the talk.

Here's what you'll learn:

• The most common publications and publishers in the field
• The challenges of medical editing, reference works and style sheets, and how to handle the ever-pesky lists of references.
• Tips on handling the MD and PhD author.
• Resources for job hunters.