Newerways

I stumbled upon a song, Boulevard of Broken Dreams by Green Day, on YouTube. It immediately made me reflect on the journey of many medical professionals, those who venture into lesser-known fields like medical writing. The analogy between words, music, and medical writing can be striking. (You can listen to the song  here  if you wish.) Medical writers offer perspectives and create content that resonates with healthcare professionals, patients, and everyone needing it. They bridge the gap between science and language, ensuring that medical knowledge is accessible to all. Insights into medical writing Medical writing requires deep thinking and often long moments of silence. A medical writer gathers information and carefully presents it to a broader audience. Writing about complex topics such as diseases, treatments, or healthcare policies often becomes a personal journey, much like composing a song. It demands focused, intensive work. Writers express their thoughts, research, a...

That Harvard Business Review (HBR) article haunted me in the best possible way.  Years ago, I read about professionals who made mid-career pivots. It planted a seed, which I didn’t know would take root, reshaping my professional identity.  An introvert's dilemma As a dentist, I lived between the two worlds. Some days, I thrived on patient interactions, finding energy in clinical conversations and treatment planning. On other days, I yearned for isolation. The oscillation between introversion and extroversion left me questioning what I wanted to do. Deciding to explore the internet, I looked for jobs that were less time-consuming, more enjoyable, and left us with enough time to pursue what I wanted to do. Does such a job exist? I was Alice in Wonderland, hoping it was always 5.00 pm (tea time). Remote work was typically for tech professionals and a few acquaintances who worked in the US. I looked with a wow! For all those who did it, healthcare providers found it simply unthink...