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| A Word Edgewise Medical Writing and Editing by Elizabeth A. Pector, M.D. synspectrum@yahoo.com |
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| Beth Pector is an intelligent, board-certified family physician and has practiced for more than 20 years. With more than a decade of writing experience, she welcomes new freelance assignments for writing, research, and editing. A graduate of University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, she has twice scored in the top 1% of recertifying physicians on the family practice board exam. Beth graduated Northwestern University with a liberal arts degree and Phi Beta Kappa honors. She is a well-read woman with a wide range of interests that enliven her work. View her resume here. Beth has been published in Family Doctor Magazine, The Female Patient, Twin Research, SuperTwins Magazine, Seminars in Neonatology, Journal of Perinatology, Newborn and Infant Nursing Reviews, Preemie Magazine, Pediatrcs for Parents, Medical Economics, Diabetes Self-Management, The Clergy Journal, and other professional and consumer publications and websites. Beth has been on the editorial board of Medical Economics since 2006, and served on the editorial board of the now-inactive American Journal of Diabetes. She coauthored a book chapter for Louis Keith and Isaas Bllickstein's book, Multiple Pregnancy: Epidemiology, Gestation and Perinatal Outcomes. Samples of past work are available on request. Beth has excellent research skills, and quickly assembles health information from a variety of sources into clear prose that readers enjoy. She is adept with Microsoft Word and Power Point, and she is a member of the American Medical Writers Association and its Chicago chapter. Collaborators and editors praise Beth's careful, prompt work. See the words of praise from prior collaborators below. Beth has performed peer review for Advances in Neonatal Care, The Female Patient, Medical Economics, and Women's Health in Primary Care. Beth is frequently sought out for interviews by writers on medical business topics. Beth is a recognized leader and is skilled in group endeavors. Beth currently serves as Vice President for Development at National Perinatal Association, as member-at-large at the Executive Level of the International Society for Mental Health Online (ismho.org) and as a member of several medical advisory boards. Beth's practical experience as a writer, group member, primary care physician, and small business owner informs her contributions to dialogue. As an example of her skills at summarizing group efforts, consider her summary of a virtual discussion on health care for President Obama Transition Team. Beth has contributed to several joint presentations at national conferences. Beth's creativity with Power Point and experience as a speaker enhance presentations. Audiences appreciate her insightful and informative discussions. At local, national, and international venues, she has spoken on such diverse topics as menopause, adolescence, multiple births, prematurity, bereavement, medical practice management, professional burnout, Internet health resources, and support groups. Beth debuted on radio in 2009 with a program on reachmd, and plans a podcast for Pediatrics for Parents. Praise from satisfied colleagues: From a editorial vice president: "I found Dr. Pector to be thoroughly professional, responsive, and enthusiastic. In addition to the solid editorial craftsmanship she brought to each task, Dr. Pector's command of the language, and her humanistic approach to the practice of medicine, make her uniquely qualified to write on topics not just for physicians and other health professionals, but also for consumers. She excels in the field of patient education." From a physician-editor: "I have been greatly impressed by her depth of knowledge and eagerness to acquire more on many aspects of bereavement and associated issues. As her editor I found her a delight to work with. She was ahead on deadlines, responded promptly to all communications, and revised willingly and quickly. She has now published a number of excellent papers and chapters." From a physician collaborator: "Dr. Pector is a brilliant thinker with almost limitless energy. Her own personal and professional experiences give her a depth and perspective that few writers have. She goes to great lengths to produce "finished" well-edited manuscripts in advance of deadlines. She responds positively to editorial suggestions. I highly recommend Dr. Pector as a staff or guest writer for any professional education or consumer publication." From a nurse educator at a tertiary hospital: "She has a gift for providing the reader helpful information while eloquently sharing her feelings. I was quite impressed by her ability to run a busy medical practice while writing journal articles and working on her presentation. She presented an emotional topic with grace and dignity. Dr. Pector proved her professional ability by tailoring a lecture to meet the needs of the audience. She has a broad knowledge base, which she is able to communicate through her presentations. Dr. Pector is a warm, intelligent, hard-working individual." From a patient educator: "I know that I can always count on her timely responses. I have read many of her articles and used them as reference material in my own work. I have no reservations whatsoever about recommending Dr. Pector. Her editing skills, writing abilities, background knowledge and experiential input will be a definite asset in her future writing endeavors." Please consider Dr. Pector for your next freelance medical writing project! |
| 1888 Bay Scott Circle Naperville, IL 60540 630-305-3025 www.synspectrum.com |
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| I look forward to hearing from you soon! Beth Pector, M.D. |
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