St Giles Medical
🎥 MedSciCommsNet Networking Event – Watch the Recordings and Read our Blog
We’re pleased to share the recordings from our recent MedSciCommsNet Networking Event, held at Manchester Metropolitan University. The event brought together medical communications professionals from across the sector — including freelancers, agency writers, recent graduates, and those exploring the future of MedComms.
Across both sessions, speakers explored how medical communications is evolving in response to:
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changes in publishing
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the growing role of AI
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shifting freelance markets
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the need for more inclusive and adaptable medical education
Whether you joined us on the day or are watching back, we hope these sessions provide valuable insight, practical perspectives, and inspiration.
📘 Session 1: Publishing, AI & Freelance Rates
In this session:
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Martin Delahunty discusses the current state of medical publishing and the forces shaping how research is created and evaluated
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Corinne Swainger explores emerging AI opportunities for medical writers and editors, focusing on effective collaboration with AI
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Steph Carter and Vicki Evans share findings from their freelance survey, offering timely insights into MedComms freelance rates in 2025
🎓 Session 2: Medical Education & the Future of MedComms
In this session:
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Caroline Halford and Leah Bundy examine how medical education can be tailored for diverse audiences, regions, and learner needs
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Alice Choi delivers a keynote reflecting on the past, present, and future of medical communications — and what that future could look like
📝 Read the event blog
Our partners at St Giles Medical have also published a full event blog, summarising key themes, speaker insights, and reflections from the day.
Thank you to all our speakers, attendees, and those who joined online for making this event such a success. We look forward to welcoming you to our next MedSciCommsNet networking event.
Speakers
Martin Delahunty
President for the European Medical Writers Association (EMWA).
A commercially focused and innovative senior publishing executive with extensive global experience across STM publishing, academia, and industry. Skilled in developing high-impact communication solutions such as open access journals, digital communities, and conferences, and experienced in international business development across Europe, the USA, Asia, and the Middle East. A regular speaker at leading professional associations on publishing innovation and best practices. Founder of InspiringSTEM Consulting, providing strategic communication and engagement services for publishers, universities, and industry clients in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Corinne Swainger
Freelance Senior Medical Copywriter, Strategic Medical Writer & Medical Affairs Writer at MediQuill Ltd ·
A creative and strategic medical writer with over 25 years’ experience across pharma, biotech, and healthcare, specialising in clear, accessible, and engaging content that builds trust and drives awareness. After a decade in leading London healthcare agencies and as a healthcare journalist, Corinne founded MediQuill Ltd, collaborating with global pharma teams and UK advocacy groups to strengthen communication through evidence-based storytelling.
Her portfolio spans biosimilars, diagnostic devices, NHS digital services, and Cancer Research UK campaigns, with expertise from pre-launch strategy to post-launch patient education. A former trustee and current patient advocate for the Tuberous Sclerosis Association UK, she supports rare disease awareness and research. A frequent speaker at UK MedComms events, Corinne champions ethical, compliant medical writing and fosters collaboration among freelancers in the MedComms community.
Steph Carter
Freelance Scientific Director & Medical Writer at Lyrical Medical Writing Services
A UK-based, PhD-qualified medical writer with over 13 years’ experience and acknowledgements on more than 70 peer-reviewed publications. Specialising in scientific publications and medical affairs content for pharmaceutical companies, with expertise across oncology, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, infectious diseases, and autoimmune conditions.
With a reputation for producing scientifically rigorous and clearly written content, she supports publication teams from brief to submission—delivering manuscripts, abstracts, and congress materials that are precise, compliant, and publication-ready. She also provides medical affairs deliverables including slide decks, training materials, and advisory board reports.
After eight years in medical communications agencies, she founded Lyrical Medical Writing Services in 2020, offering pharma clients dependable, senior-level freelance support that’s flexible, efficient, and aligned to their strategic goals.
Vicki Evans
Freelance Account Director and Scientific Content Writer at Meadgate Medical Communications
A freelance account manager and medical writer with a passion for medical education, HCP engagement, and live event delivery. Experienced across both onsite and virtual meetings, including symposia, advisory boards, investigator meetings, workshops, and congress reporting.
She has extensive expertise in developing educational programmes such as e-learning modules, disease awareness initiatives, HCP and MSL slide kits, and patient education materials. Skilled in client-facing account management, she oversees proposals, budgets, timelines, and faculty coordination with a strong focus on collaboration and quality delivery.
Her therapeutic experience spans rheumatology, dermatology, oncology, neurology, gastroenterology, rare diseases, and more—bringing versatility and enthusiasm to every project from planning to on-site execution.
Alice Choi
President of Envision Medical Communications
Alice Choi brings over 20 years of leadership in global medical communications, guiding strategic initiatives that advance scientific storytelling and evidence-based engagement. Based in Wilmslow, UK, she is a passionate advocate for excellence, diversity, and innovation in healthcare communications.
Alice also serves as Chair of the Healthcare Communications Association (HCA) and sits on advisory boards for Cancer Research UK and Marketing Manchester. Her previous roles include senior leadership positions at IPG Health—where she was Managing Director (APAC) and Chief Operating Officer—and over 16 years at Complete Medical Communications as Global Head.
Named Communiquétor of the Year (2023) and one of PME’s Top 25 Women Leaders in UK Healthcare, Alice is also a mentor with Northern Power Women and Cancer Research UK’s Women of Influence programme, reflecting her dedication to empowering future leaders and fostering collaboration across the sector.
Caroline Halford
Business Development Director @ Springer Health+ IME | Medical Education
At the forefront of Springer Healthcare's business development, I am dedicated to crafting educational programs that resonate with HCPs. My leadership role encompasses not only the development but also the impactful delivery of these programs, ensuring they are both engaging and conducive to measurable clinical practice improvements.
My journey in medical education has been marked by the successful creation and funding of novel educational solutions. In collaboration with my team, my proficiency in journal management, digital features, social media marketing, and novel formats has been instrumental in advancing our educational initiatives. Together, we strive to foster learning environments that inspire and equip HCPs for excellence in their fields.
Leah Bundy
Principal Medical Education Writer at Springer Health+ IME
Leah is a Principal Medical Education Writer at Springer Health+, specialising in developing clear, engaging educational content for healthcare professionals. With experience spanning Elements Communications (part of the Obsidian Healthcare Group) and Springer Health+, she has a strong track record in scientific storytelling and evidence-based learning.
Before moving into medical communications, Leah completed postgraduate research at the Quadram Institute, exploring the metabolic effects of dietary sulforaphane, and coordinated public science events for Pint of Science UK. Passionate about making complex science accessible, she is committed to advancing education and communication across the healthcare sector.