Using Inclusive Language in Medical Communications
Come join a panel of medical writers and editors this April as they share their perspectives on, and experiences with, using inclusive language in their work.
About the Past Event
Inclusive language is important, especially in medical writing. It can work to reduce disparities and improve health outcomes in diverse patient populations. This April, join a panel of industry professionals as they share their perspectives on, and experiences with, using inclusive language in their work. Through a moderated discussion, this online event will introduce and explore aspects of inclusive language, why it matters, how it is used, and how inclusive language is changing.
Attendees will walk away with an understanding of:
- What is meant by inclusive language
- The benefits of using inclusive language
- Resources for learning more
Speaking at the event
Tariqa Ackbarali, PhD
Senior Medical Director for Oncology, PlatformQ Health Education
Tariqa Ackbarali is the Senior Medical Director for Oncology at PlatformQ Health Education. Her CME career has been primarily focused in the area of oncology/hematology and has been in the industry for over 12 years. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences from Nova Southeastern...
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Sabrina Ashwell
Senior Copyeditor, Chemical and Engineering News
Sabrina Ashwell has over 10 years of editorial experience and is passionate about inclusive communication. She is currently Senior Copyeditor of Chemical & Engineering News, the independent news organization of the American Chemical Society. She chairs the team that created the ACS Inclusivity Style...
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Leila Emery, MA
Senior Medical Editor in Epidemiology, RTI Health Solutions
Leila Emery (she/her) is a Senior Medical Editor in Epidemiology at RTI Health Solutions (RTI-HS), where she edits clinical study reports, statistical analysis plans, study protocols, and other medical documents and regulatory submissions. In her role as the Vice Chair of the RTI-HS Diversity...
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Meredith Newell
Content Director, Distill Health
Over the past 20 years, Meredith Newell has planned, written, and optimized content for dozens of healthcare organizations. Her experience spans a multitude of markets, including health tech, medical devices, and insurance—as well as every type of deliverable, from marketing collateral to...
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