MedSciCommsNet
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.