Professional Summary
Knowledgeable and detail-oriented health and medical writer with over 20 years of experience as a medical technologist working in the clinical lab. Adept in translating complex concepts into clear and engaging content that promotes interest and curiosity.
Medical Experience
Medical Microbiologist
Jefferson University Health System | Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania | Christiana Care Health System | Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
- Experienced in identifying pathogens from bacterial, mycobacterial, and fungal cultures, fecal exams for parasites, and performing assays for Clostridium difficile, syphilis, influenza A and B, and Chlamydia/N. gonorrhoeae.
- Collaborated closely with infectious disease physicians to provide accurate and timely antibiotic sensitivity testing.
Writing Experience
Freelance Writer-Independent Contractor (2017-present)
- Concurrently manage numerous projects with strict deadlines.
- Conduct thorough literature reviews to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the content while adhering to client guidelines.
- Write content for blogs, articles, whitepapers, and websites.
- Research and fact-check information to support content.
- Prepare professional presentations, infographics, and posters using Canva and/or PowerPoint.
Freelance Academic Writing Coach (2020-present)
- Provide writing instruction to MBA and advanced practice nursing students concerning the organization and preparation of their academic papers, theses, and dissertations.
- Guide students through the task of writing a clear, engaging, and factually correct research paper.
- Edit to ensure compliance with formatting guidelines and professors’ expectations.
- Support and prepare them to present their final work to the faculty.
Content Writer-LabRoots (2017-2019)
- Researched and critiqued trending medical and scientific peer-reviewed articles.
- Wrote short and long-form articles.
- Wrote blog content on virtual conferences and webinars conducted by the organization.
Content Writer-Digestive Health Associates of Texas (2017-2018)
- Curated and created engaging blog content related to gastrointestinal disorders.
- Ensured blog content was written for patients with limited health literacy.
- Developed provider biographies.
Solo Projects
- Contributed six articles to the Gale Encyclopedia of Environmental Health (3rd Ed.), 2023.
- Created an article for the blog of Spectrum Chemical, 2022.
- Contributed three articles to symptomfind.com, 2022.
- Contributed to two articles for the blog of Rehab Select, 2022.
Education
Biology/Chemistry, Bachelor's of Science
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1983-1987
Medical Technology, Medical Technology
Roanoke Memorial Hospital School of Medical Technology, 1987-1988
Skills
- Critical appraisal of peer-reviewed journal articles.
- Literature reviews and data analysis.
- Editing and proofreading.
- Time management and adherence to deadlines.
- Interviewing researchers and scientists.
- APA, AMA formatting.
- Effective communication.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Canva.
Certifications
American Society of Clinical Pathologists, 1988
Memberships
American Society of Clinical Pathologists
Volunteer Activities
Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research Patient Advisory Committee, 2020-2021
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Worked to increase awareness of sarcoidosis among healthcare professionals and patients.
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Provided input from a patient’s perspective concerning issues that need to be addressed in research, education, and communication.
Cancer Calendar for South Jersey Breast Cancer Coalition, 2018
