Crafting Impactful CME: Core Competencies for Medical Writers

Are you ready to master the art of medical writing and stand out as a CME content creator?

As a medical writer, you know that crafting compelling continuing medical education (CME) content requires a unique set of competencies. But what exactly are these essential skills, and how can you develop them to stand out in this competitive field? In this episode, we'll explore the core abilities that will help you excel as a CME writer and deliver exceptional educational content that meets the needs of both your clients and healthcare professionals.

In this episode, you'll unlock:

1. A breakdown of the essential writing skills needed to articulate complex medical information simply and effectively.

2. A peak into the most valuable sources for compelling and robust needs assessments.

3. How fostering your communication and collaboration abilities prepares you to work seamlessly with clients and subject matter experts to achieve excellence in medical education content.

Discover how to enhance your CME writing expertise—tune in for valuable insights to transform your approach and elevate your industry standing.

Resources

ACCME. Standards for Integrity and Independence in Continuing Education. 2020

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction

00:34 CME writing demands strong foundational writing skills

01:22 You need technical proficiency with reference management software

02:15 Importance of research skills

04:11 Communication and collaboration skills

05:32 Understanding assessment and outcomes frameworks

06:47 Summary of today’s mini-episode

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