Writing & Storytelling in Healthcare


Write about your unique medical experiences and perspectives!

***VIRTUAL***

by popular request

Writing & Storytelling in Healthcare

Registration $150

With special thanks to our Sustaining Sponsors: Aurora Corialis Publishing, Authentic Medicine, DPC News, Sandra is Phoenix, Books by Dr. Soma Sengupta, and Em S. A'cor Books.

Super early bird registration -- ONLY $100

REGISTER HERE

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A confirmation email will be sent from IronedWordsProductions@gmail.com. If you do not see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder.

6 SPOTS LEFT!

Registration $150

In this half-day conference, learn about the art and craft of medical narrative writing from an expert panel AND get feedback on your personal essay about your unique medical experience.

Enrollment will be capped at 10, so please register as soon as possible.

Because of the interactive and feedback portions of the conference, this is a LIVE ONLY event.

Looking forward to seeing you at the conference and reading your words!

Writing & Storytelling in Healthcare

Sunday, April 6, 2025

4:00-7:00 p.m. Eastern

1:00-4:00 p.m. Pacific

VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

on Google Meet (Use Chrome for the browser)

Attention PARTICIPANTS: your 1,000-word submission will be due on March 30.

This is a firm deadline to give the panelists enough time to thoughtfully consider your work. If you miss the deadline, you are still welcome to attend, but your writing will not be discussed during the feedback portion of the conference. 

YOUR PANELISTS AND MODERATOR

Maria Simbra, MD

Ironed Words Director & Principal

Author and Journalist

Moderator + "Storytelling Essentials"

Greg Neyman, MD

Emergency Medicine

Author

"Turning Medical Experience into Fiction"

Soma Sengupta, MD

Neurosurgery, Neuro Oncology, Neurology

Poetry, Art, Children's Books, Photography

"Points of View in Healthcare Narratives"

***VIRTUAL***

by popular request

Writing & Storytelling in Healthcare

Registration $150

With special thanks to our Sustaining Sponsors: Aurora Corialis Publishing, Authentic Medicine, DPC News, Sandra is Phoenix, Books by Dr. Soma Sengupta, and Em S. A'cor Books.

Super early bird registration -- ONLY $100

REGISTER HERE

via Ironed Words Productions, LLC

By registering, you agree to the Terms of Use

A confirmation email will be sent from IronedWordsProductions@gmail.com. If you do not see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder.

What past participants are saying about Writing & Storytelling in Healthcare...

"It felt supportive and welcoming."

"I liked that this was a small group for more intimate feedback."

"The group experience was valuable."

"I liked the asynchronous writing activity and sharing that."

"The piece de resistance was the feedback portion."

"I especially appreciated the feedback for my essay - it helped give me direction in how to finally finish it."

"Appreciated the thoughtfulness that went into the critiques."

"Liked the community, the structure. Also, the primacy of confidentiality."  

"Doctors who write or would like to write would enjoy this."

"Smart and talented community. 🙂 "

"So much growth and options ahead of me."

"I actually liked it was a forum just for doctors, although I'm sure other healthcare providers would benefit as well."

"Really enjoyed the conference and plan to attend again." 

"I'm very likely to attend again."

What past participants are saying about other events from Ironed Words Productions...

"I got encouraging feedback."

"Every review was carefully given."

"I made valuable contacts."

"I appreciate the time and attention spent with each participant's work." 

"Great feeback on my piece and ideas for how to structure my book."

"I liked meeting new peole with similar intersts and goals."

"A respectful and supportive atmosphere. No wasted time!"

"This would be great for those with great ideas and desire to write, but have yet put pen to paper."

"Quality panelists. The insights for the investment can't be beat."

"I enjoyed every minute of the event. :)"

"Awesome group! Definitely looking forward to participating again."

"I went for the feedback and fun."

"I really appreciated the feedback from the panel not only on my writing but hearing the comments on the writing for others."

"It was wonderful, helpful, informative."

"Love the camaraderie."

"A safe space to share ideas."

"I found [the panelists'] comments so helpful that I spent the rest of my weekend revising. I even came up with a new working title. Hooray!" 

"The feedback was detailed and practical."

"I've got some ideas now and want to keep writing."

"This was a great experience for me."

"I'm definitely interested in returning for more conferences in the future."

***VIRTUAL***

by popular request

Writing & Storytelling in Healthcare

Registration $150

With special thanks to our Sustaining Sponsors: Aurora Corialis Publishing, Authentic Medicine, DPC News, Sandra is Phoenix, Books by Dr. Soma Sengupta, and Em S. A'cor Books.

Super early bird registration -- ONLY $100

REGISTER HERE

via Ironed Words Productions, LLC

By registering, you agree to the Terms of Use

A confirmation email will be sent from IronedWordsProductions@gmail.com. If you do not see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder.

SPECIAL THANKS to our SUSTAINING SPONSORS

If you would like to feature your book, publication, or writing services as a conference sponsor, please get in touch at IronedWordsProductions@gmail.com.