About the Journal
The AMWA Journal is a nationally circulated, peer-reviewed publication of the American Medical Writers Association that aims to be the authoritative, comprehensive source of information about knowledge, skills, and opportunities in the field of medical communication worldwide. This includes medical writers, editors, visual communicators, marketers, health communicators, CME professionals, grant writers, and other professionals working with the field.
In support of the mission of the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA), the AMWA Journal works to advance the broader profession through the publication of content that reflects the interests, concerns, and expertise of medical communicators. Its purpose is to inform, inspire, and motivate medical communicators.
Subscribe to the AMWA Journal
A digital subscription to the AMWA Journal is included with AMWA membership. AMWA invites all individuals working professionally as medical communicators to join.
Write for the AMWA Journal
Submissions to the AMWA Journal are welcome. Review our Instructions for Contributors to learn more about submission process. Write for one of our regular sections or consider writing an article for an upcoming issue:
The Value of Medical Writing
Submissions due 24 February 2025
Health Communication
Submissions due 23 May 2025
DE&I Part 2
Submissions due 29 August 2025
Volunteer for the AMWA Journal
We welcome volunteers to provide peer review and other valuable services. Contact the Journal Editor-in-Chief, Michael Baker, at journaleditor@amwa.org to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
Advertise in the AMWA Journal
Explore outreach opportunities to share products and services for the medical writing community through the AMWA Journal and more.
