Copy Editor Senior Medical
Resume:
Dr. Meera Gopal
MEDICAL EDITOR AND
WRITER
Contact
Address:
Rockford, IL 61107
Tel:
Email:
**************@*****.***
Skills
Communication Skills
Microsoft Office
Time Management
Adaptability
AMA Guidelines
Creativity
Leadership
Problem Solving
Willingness to Learn
Profile
An American (USA citizen) who is highly passionate about writing and editing for physicians, patients, and other health professionals. Is a licensed medical doctor
(MBBS – equivalent to MD). Developed an interest in working remotely while still contributing her clinical knowledge. Currently working as a medical director and medical editor. An organized and hard worker who enjoys collaborating with other professionals and working remotely.
Employment History
Medical English Copy Editor, TrueLearn
JULY 2021 — PRESENT
● Edited masters-level educational content and curricula used by seasoned doctors and clinicians
● Adhered to strict style guidelines
Senior Medical Editorial Head, EditDrs
APRIL 2021 — PRESENT
● Wrote and edited various types of medical content (manuscripts, presentations, professional letters, blog articles)
● Managed a team of 15 editors
● Developed and updated brand style guide
● Content-checked and fact-checked medical articles to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date
Medical Academic Editor, Scribbr
MARCH 2021 — PRESENT
● Edited various types of academic articles (admission essays and personal statements for prestigious international universities, theses, dissertations, etc.) and provided detailed academic writing feedback and personalized lessons and advice to authors
● Guest speaker at various academic writing conferences/meetings Medical Editor, Enago
AUGUST 2021 — FEBRUARY 2022
● Edited medical case reports, original articles, and systematic reviews to ensure they are ready for publication in peer-reviewed journals
● Stayed up to date with the recent developments in various medical fields Expert Medical English Editor, Cactus Communications/Editage MARCH 2018 — PRESENT
● Edited high-level, scientific and medical manuscripts that were written by individuals with varying degrees of English proficiency
● Formatted manuscripts as per target journal guidelines
● Conducted monthly English writing workshops and seminars (100+ attendees)
Medical Doctor, Kasturba Medical Hospital
MARCH 2019 — MARCH 2021
● Rotated as a duty doctor in various departments, including Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Surgery, Medicine, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, and Anesthesiology
● Honed my clinical skills and further developed my understanding of the human body and how diseases are caused, prevented, and treated.
● Used the best of my judgment while treating patients and always asked for help when I was unsure of what to do.
● Was recognized for my superior clinical judgment and patient communication skills.
Education
Advanced PG Diploma in Scientific Writing & Medical Journalism, James Lind Institute
SEPTEMBER 2022
Advanced PG Diploma in Healthcare & Hospital Administration, James Lind Institute
JUNE 2020
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, MAHE
JUNE 2020
Additional Work
Editor-in-Chief, Manipal Manual of Surgery, 6th Ed., Volumes 1 & 2 Peer Reviewer, International Journal of Translational Medical Research and Public Health
Certifications
Knowledge Translation, NextGenU
MARCH 2021
Certified Peer Reviewer, Elsevier Researcher Academy FEBRUARY 2021
Best Practices for Biomedical Research Data Management, Harvard Medical School and Canvas Network
FEBRUARY 2021
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