Honoring my healing meant trusting my own timing and not rushing the process. True success is found in showing up for yourself with courage.
Leslie DeCraene · In Her Own Words
Despite facing unconscious bias, I found strength in my students' words, who recognized my dedication, reminding me of my value. This inspires me to speak up and display my true worth.
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Leslie DeCraene is a certified freelance medical writer and editor who specializes in crafting clear, precise, and focused content for the medical and scientific communities. With a background in both scientific writing and communication, Leslie brings a unique and valuable perspective to her work, delivering high-quality medical education materials, continuing medical education (CME) content, journal articles, regulatory documents, and patient education resources. She is particularly experienced in working with diagnostics, devices, and medical cannabis companies, providing services that range from substantive editing to fact-checking.
Leslie holds a BS in Biochemistry and Health Science and an MS in Written Communication. She has also earned a Certificate in Medical Writing and Editing from the University of Chicago and continues to expand her expertise through studies in regulatory affairs at the Duke University School of Medicine. Before launching her freelance career, Leslie worked as a chemist and has over a decade of experience teaching college-level writing. As the founder of Precise Med Prose, based in Asheville, North Carolina, she combines her scientific knowledge, editorial skills, and deep commitment to accuracy to support clients across the healthcare industry.
Her Interview
01What do you attribute your success to?
She attributes her success to listening deeply to students who lack resources or guidance, which fuels her commitment to helping others overcome the same barriers she once faced.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
To educate my clients.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to embrace continuous learning and always seek opportunities to help others overcome the barriers you’ve faced.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The misuse of technology.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Strong communication skills and empathy.
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