Medical Writer · Plain Language Specialist

Words patients
actually understand.

Plain language writing that bridges clinical complexity and human clarity.

Writing that works
for real people

One specialization, done with precision: making complex clinical content understandable, actionable, and human.

01
Patient Education Materials
Brochures, guides, and handouts with clear structure, actionable takeaways, and language that empowers patients to understand their care.
Patient handouts Video scripts Organizational information
$125+ per hour
02
Plain Language Review & Editing
Implement health literacy principles to improve patient safety, satisfaction scores, and outcomes.
Improve comprehension Health numeracy review Readability scoring
$75+ per hour
03
Health Content & Digital Copy
Web content, patient portal text, and app UX copy for health tech companies and health systems.
Website copy App onboarding Patient portal text
$95+ per hour
04
Clinical Trial Documents
ICFs, assent forms, and summaries rewritten for true comprehension.
Clinical trial ICFs Plain language summaries Readability scoring
$125+ per hour
05
Non-Fiction Manuscript Editing
Substantive editing for manuscripts covering a medical, health equity, or social science related topic.
Copy editing Line editing Developmental editing
$0.04+ per word
06
Medical Manuscript Editing
Preparing manuscripts for submission and publication.
Substantive editing Copyediting AMA formatting
$75+ per hour

The writer behind
the work

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I came to medical writing and patient education because clear communication is a form of care. When a patient can understand their diagnosis or clinical trial consent form, they are better equipped to make well-informed decisions for their health.

I’ve spent 10 years working in medical communications with a deep focus on plain language: translating clinical content into writing that patients can understand and act on. It requires clinical fluency, empathy for the reader, and genuine craft.

Accuracy above all
Plain language never means scientifically imprecise. Every piece I write is medically accurate and structured for correct comprehension.
Empathy as method
I write for the patient who is scared, distracted, or reading through tears. That reader deserves words that meet them where they are.
Craft that shows
Good writing is clear writing. I pay attention to rhythm, hierarchy, and the small choices that make content easy to trust.

Let’s make it clear.

I take on a focused number of projects at a time. If you have something in mind — or just want to explore whether we’re a fit — I’d love to hear from you. I respond within one business day.

Based in Houston, TX — working globally
Accepting projects now
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