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Medical Writing Ted Experience
Session Chair(s)
Monica Chiaramonte, PHD
Director, Clinical Regulatory Writing
AstraZeneca, United States
Medical writing myths persist, including the assumption that “anyone can write” and “an AI can write this in 10 minutes”—even as the stakes for clarity, accuracy, and scientific integrity continue to rise. In this TED-talk–style session, three presenters will explore why medical writing expertise matters, how writers can evolve into influential cross-functional leaders, and the value and limitations of AI currently in use. Attendees will leave with practical insights to elevate the role of medical writers and adopt emerging tools responsibly to improve quality, efficiency, and credibility in drug development communication.
Learning Objective : Examine the specialized value professional medical writers bring, including how writing expertise reduces risk, improves efficiency, and strengthens scientific credibility—beyond what generalist writing can achieve; Identify the skills and mindsets needed for “future-ready” medical writers; Describe practical ways to grow from document execution roles into strategic leadership and cross-functional influence; Assess current AI uses in medical writing, distinguishing opportunities from hype.
Speaker(s)
Panelist
Anna Whitling
Alcon, United States
Associate Director of Medical Writing
Everyone Thinks They Can Write: Why Medical Writers Make the Difference
Monica Chiaramonte, PHD
AstraZeneca, United States
Director, Clinical Regulatory Writing
Amid the Ballyhoo Over AI, What Are We Losing?
Steve Sibley, MS
Certara, United States
Vice President, Global Submissions and Submissions Leadership
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