Benau D. On educating the medical writer. Medical Writing 2013;22(1):26-28
(doi: 10.1179/2047480612Z.00000000081)
Most medical writers received their education on the job rather than through formal education. However, formal education gives a more uniform foundation of knowledge than experience alone. This article addresses some of the differences between education and training, educational approaches and delivery methods, and potential effects on employment prospects.
http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/maney/mew/2013/00000022/00000001/art00009
(doi: 10.1179/2047480612Z.00000000081)
Most medical writers received their education on the job rather than through formal education. However, formal education gives a more uniform foundation of knowledge than experience alone. This article addresses some of the differences between education and training, educational approaches and delivery methods, and potential effects on employment prospects.
http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/maney/mew/2013/00000022/00000001/art00009
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