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🔍 Want to stay ahead in medical writing? Join Núria Waddington Negrão, PhD for a deep dive into how AI is revolutionizing our field! In this March 5 90-minute webinar at the University of Chicago, she'll explore: • Practical applications of generative AI in medical writing • Real-world examples & use cases • Key limitations & ethical considerations • Best practices for integrating AI into your workflow Whether you're AI-curious or already experimenting with these tools, you'll walk away with actionable insights to enhance your medical writing practice. #MedicalWriting #AI #Healthcare #ProfessionalDevelopment

The Hidden ROI of Nursing Education What if I told you that investing in continuing education (CE) for nurses could save hospitals millions? 💰 CE isn’t just about meeting licensure requirements—it directly impacts nurse retention, job satisfaction, and patient outcomes. And yet, education is often the first thing cut when budgets tighten. In this episode of Write Medicine, I speak with Dr. Jennifer Shepard and Sean DeGarmo from the American Nurses Association (ANA) about: 🔹 The ROI of CE and how it reduces nurse turnover 🔹 Why hospitals need to protect education budgets 🔹 How learner-centric, outcomes-based CE can empower nurses and improve care If we want high-quality healthcare, we must start by investing in the people who provide it. 🎧 Listen in, and let’s talk about how we can create smarter, more sustainable CE for nurses. 👇 #NurseRetention #HealthcareEducation #CME #CNE #NursingLeadership #WriteMedicinePodcast

Why Nurses Must Advocate for Their Own Education Nurses are the strongest advocates for their patients—so why is self-advocacy so hard? In this week’s episode of Write Medicine, we explore the cultural and systemic barriers that prevent nurses from speaking up for their own learning and career growth. Jennifer Shepherd, DNP, MHA, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, CHPN and Sean DeGarmo, PhD from the American Nurses Enterprise/American Nurses Association share insights on: 🔹 How CE helps nurses advocate for themselves in leadership and policy discussions 🔹 Why budget cuts in education are a long-term risk for healthcare systems 🔹 What CME/CE professionals can do to create accessible, high-impact learning for nurses It’s time to change the narrative—nurses deserve to learn, grow, and lead. 🎧 Tune in now! What’s your take—how can we better support nurses through education? Let’s discuss! 👇 #NursingLeadership #NurseAdvocacy #ProfessionalGrowth #ContinuingEducation #CME #WriteMedicinePodcast

The Power of Nursing Education 🚨 Nurses are leaving the profession. What’s one way to stop the exodus? 🚨 ✅ Invest in continuing education. In the latest episode of Write Medicine, Jennifer Shepherd, DNP, MHA, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, CHPN and Sean DeGarmo, PhD from the American Nurses Enterprise/American Nurses Association discuss how continuing education (CE) isn’t just about professional development—it’s a powerful tool to reduce burnout, improve retention, and strengthen patient care. 🎧 We explore: 🔹 How the 2025 Code of Ethics for Nurses is reshaping professional growth 🔹 The connection between CE and nurse well-being 🔹 Why leadership buy-in is critical for funding and access Are we doing enough to support nurses through CE? Let’s start the conversation.👇 #NursingEducation #ContinuingEducation #CME #CNE #ProfessionalDevelopment #WriteMedicinePodcast

When Data Disappears—How CME Professionals Can Adapt Imagine this: You’re working on a CME activity, referencing CDC data—only to discover that key statistics have been deleted or altered. 📉 This is happening right now. Reports show that vital public health data on HIV, reproductive health, and social vulnerability are being scrubbed from federal sites, making it harder to track health trends and disparities. For CME professionals, this means: ❌ Increased difficulty in finding reliable sources ❌ The risk of unintentional misinformation in our content ❌ The need to expand our research strategies beyond traditional federal databases In the latest Write Medicine episode, I share essential steps CME professionals can take to source alternative evidence—from state health departments to international agencies and academic institutions. 🎧 Tune in now to future-proof your research strategy. 🔗 https://buff.ly/40Z8LjI #CME #MedicalWriting #DataIntegrity

🔍 What happens when public health data is no longer publicly available? CME professionals rely on accurate, transparent, and up-to-date data to create impactful education. But with increasing reports of health data being removed or manipulated, we need to rethink how we source information. 🔥 In the latest Write Medicine episode, I discuss: 🛠️ Where to find alternative, reliable data sources 📊 How to cross-check disappearing statistics 💡 Why data integrity matters for healthcare education We can’t afford to rely on a single source of truth. What steps are you taking to safeguard your education content planning? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gs-9Vxyf #CMEContent #DataTransparency #EvidenceBasedWriting

The Disappearing Data Dilemma – What CME Professionals Need to Know 🚨 What would you do if the evidence you rely on for CME writing vanished overnight? Critical CDC and NIH data—including HIV tracking resources, youth mental health statistics, and gender-related health information—are disappearing right now. For CME professionals, this is a major red flag. 🧐 Without reliable public health data, how can we ensure our education content remains evidence-based and credible? In this episode of Write Medicine, we dive into: ✅ The risks posed by data suppression to CME and healthcare education ✅ How to source alternative, credible data for your writing ✅ Proactive strategies to safeguard evidence-based CME content 📢 Don’t let disappearing data derail your work. Listen now and learn how to stay ahead. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gs-9Vxyf #CME #EvidenceBasedMedicine #MedicalWriting

Over the years, private equity firms have acquired several major CME providers. But what does this mean for: * Educational quality? * Content independence? * Your role as a CME professional? In this week's Write Medicine podcast, we explore the implications of private equity in CME and how to maintain educational excellence in a changing financial landscape. Learn how to thrive amid industry consolidation while staying true to your educational mission. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gY--Nikh #CME #PrivateEquity #MedicalEducation #Healthcare

Did you know that in the 1960s, CME was primarily funded by universities and medical schools? Fast forward to today: We're looking at a multi-billion industry with complex funding streams, private equity involvement, and new challenges for CME professionals. In the latest Write Medicine podcast episode, we unpack this transformation and what it means for: * Content quality * Educational independence * Program sustainability Join me for a deepish dive into the economics of CME and learn how to navigate this evolving landscape. 🎧 New episode out now! https://lnkd.in/gY--Nikh #CME #MedEd #HealthcareEducation #ContinuingEducation

A Write Medicine listener recently asked me for my favorite podcast episodes. Like a good parent, I don't have favorites.😀 But like Reba in her eponymous sitcom, I do have some favorites I re-listen to for inspiration. 🎧 EP139 with Stephanie Preuss of Springer Nature on AI 🎧 EP137 with broadcaster Emma Clarke on voice 🎧 EP124 with Kristen Dascoli on NAs 🎧 EP116 with Alana Brody, MBA, CHCP, FACEHP/David Setiadi on personalized learning What are your favorite Write Medicine episodes? #CMEPodcasts #Inspiration