#MedComms Day 2026: Full Schedule

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Wednesday June 24, 2026 TBA

Happy 15th annual global celebration of #MedComms Day!

#MedComms Day is an annual event celebrated by professionals working in medical publications and communications to highlight and raise awareness about their role in healthcare.

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Wednesday June 24, 2026 TBA
Hybrid (Online & In-Person)

Celebratory

4:30am EDT

Enduring Medically Unexplained Symptoms - a 1-day CPD-Approved Multidisciplinary Hybrid Conference (Hosted by Forgotten Patients, Overlooked Diseases Charity)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 4:30am - 9:30am EDT

Hybrid (Online & In-Person)

The Challenge of Enduring Medically Unexplained Symptoms

Invitation to a 1-day CPD-approved multidisciplinary Conference as part of #MedComms Day and National Patient Data Day 24th June 2026 09:30-17:00 BST/London time

What is this all about?
Enduring medically unexplained symptoms are a huge and complex issue for patients, families, and the health service. Billions of NHS resources are wasted as people rotate between different specialties, various tests, and failed attempts at treatment. There is more in a recent ‘Analysis’ paper from our group in the BJGP (https://bjgp.org/content/75/761/579.full).

We will be discussing this problem and trying to find solutions during a 1-day hybrid, CPD-approved multidisciplinary conference (6-CPD points) at the Royal College of Physicians, Regents Park, London on 24^th June (National Patient Data Day). Introduced by the Women’s Health Ambassador, Dame Lesley Regan, we invite you to join us in person or online at this packed, not-for-profit educational event. This is very much a labour of love by those of us who care about the problem. There is no agenda other than bringing different specialities, patients, educators, and health leaders together.

A summary of the topics to be covered and registration link are in the attached flyer. The detailed programme, registration details, and speakers can be seen at: https://canva.link/kq6h1467nya0afe

Do join us, do please spread the word.

Steven

Dr Steven Walker

On behalf of our chair (Dr Adrian Tookman) and members of the ‘Forgotten Patients, Overlooked Diseases’ group
(registered charity number 1202442).

C/O Suite 616, The Shepherds Building,
Charecroft Way
London W14 0EE

www.forgottenpatients.org
Tel: +44 7 55 33 77 871

REGISTER NOW: https://canva.link/kq6h1467nya0afe

Background
Enduring/medically unexplained symptoms (MUS) are a huge problem, with over £3 billion of NHS resources being wasted every year (2008 figures). Further sums are wasted in lost productivity and social costs (~£14 billion), not to mention mental deterioration, family break-ups, and occasional suicides. Approximately 25% of GP consultations do not result in a diagnosis. This is possibly the largest unaddressed medical issue in Western economies.

Speakers

Steven Walker

MedComms Networking

Enduring symptoms a 1 dAY HYBRID cpd APPROVED cONFERENCE jpg

Wednesday June 24, 2026 4:30am - 9:30am EDT
Hybrid (Online & In-Person)

Additional Events, Hybrid (Online & In-Person)

7:00am EDT

Science That Speaks: Start A Career In Medical Communications (Hosted by MedComms.Jobs)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 7:00am - 9:30am EDT

Online

Science That Speaks: Start A Career In Medical Communications

Calling all UK life science students! If you're completing your degree in 2026 and would be interested in career opportunities in medical communications, this is the event for you.

Join us on #MedComms Day 2026 for the biggest virtual early careers event in #MedComms. On the day, we'll have employers from across the medical communications industry, with presentations about the various career paths, exhibitions, and networking with agency talent teams.

This will be an invaluable opportunity to network directly with experienced professionals and employer recruiters. Previous events have led to multiple job offers and have started the careers of hundreds of professionals in healthcare communications.

This event is being hosted by MedComms.Jobs, a MedComms careers initiative run by pobl. The virtual event will be supported by our friends at Word Monster.

Register today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pobl1/2203865

Please note: This event is open to UK students ready to commence employment in 2026. If you have questions around visa sponsorship, please discuss options with your university employability departments - this event is primarily to educate about the different career paths available.

Speakers

Tom Davies

Founder & Director, pobl.work

Tom Davies
Tom is pobl.’s founder and was previously talent acquisition director at AMICULUM, an international healthcare communications business. In his 8+ years in medical communications, Tom has helped hundreds of medical writers, account handlers, creative, and business support colleagues... Read More →

Wednesday June 24, 2026 7:00am - 9:30am EDT
Online

Additional Events

global Y

8:00am EDT

Workbook Watercooler: #MedComms Day Edition (Hosted by MedComms Workbook)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am EDT

Online

Happy #MedComms Day! To celebrate, we’re throwing open the doors to all freelancers – whether you’re a Workbook subscriber or not – for a festive catch-up with Eleanor Steele to toast the joys of independent MedComms life. Let’s connect, network, and celebrate everything our brilliant freelance community has achieved so far in 2026!

We'll talk about:

Workbook updates: Eleanor will give a quick update on the year so far in the MedComms Workbook, plus some exciting future plans
Celebrating our 2026 wins and the things we love most about the freelance MedComms life
Networking and connection with new professional friends and familiar faces

The updates portion of the huddle will be recorded and shared in the MedComms Workbook, but then the virtual floor is yours for an open, unrecorded chat!

☕️🫖🍰 Bring along a cuppa (and maybe a slice of something tasty) and let's celebrate together! ☕️🫖🍰

Sign up to join us here: https://community.medcommshub.com/events/BFBE64

Speakers

Eleanor Steele

MedComms Mentor, MedComms Workbook

MedComms Workbook

Wednesday June 24, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Online

Additional Events

9:00am EDT

Open to all! In Honor of #MedComms Day: Inside the CMPP™ Exam: Development, Scoring, and Smart Preparation

Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Online

Celebrate #MedComms Day with the ISMPP Certification Board!

Join us for an interactive session as we answer your top questions about the CMPP™ exam—including its content, development process, and scoring methodology—while also providing practical, real-world strategies to help you prepare. Specifically, this webinar will explore:

How the CMPP™ exam is developed and who the experts behind it are
What makes the exam valid, reliable, and fair
How the exam is scored and what the scaled score really means
Resources and study tools available to support exam preparation
Real-world sample questions from the new practice test platform

Learning Objectives:

Recognize the rigor and methodology behind CMPP exam development

Gain insight into exam scoring and how to interpret results

Describe the variety of preparation resources available for CMPP exam candidates

Experience real-world questions from past CMPP exams to sharpen your readiness

Propel your professional journey with CMPP certification!

Register today at https://www.pathlms.com/ismpp/courses/207315
*All attendees are required to register beforehand. This online session is open to all who register.

Speakers

Danita Sutton, PhD, ISMPP CMPP™

Senior Director, Credentialing & Communications, International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP)

Danita is Director of Credentialing for the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP). In her past, she served as one of the first chairs of the Certification Board, and is proud to have been among the subject matter experts who developed the first ISMPP... Read More →

Claudia Piano, ISMPP CMPP™

EVP BU Lead; Chair, ISMPP Certification Board, ApotheCom

Claudia Piano has over 25 years’ experience at leading healthcare communications agencies, providing account leadership, strategic guidance, and tactical expertise to both global and US domestic clients. Claudia currently leads a business unit at ApotheCom and sits on the Global... Read More →

Gary Dever, PhD, ISMPP CMPP™

VP Portfolio Director & Team Lead, Scientific; Secretary, ISMPP Certification Board, Envision Pharma Group

Gary entered medical communications in 2009 following completion of a PhD, postdoctoral research, and university teaching. Over the past 17 years, Gary has led scientific teams and accounts across the UK and US, partnering closely with medical affairs, publications/communications... Read More →

Haruko Isomura, ISMPP CMPP™

Publication Lead, Medical Research Excellence, Japan Medical Office, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company

Haruko is a regional publication manager in Japan and takes care of various publication.She has about 10 years experiences in medical publication field with expertise in project management and training.She is involved in translation of GPP into Japanese, the member of ISMPP CMPP certification... Read More →

Jackie Marchington

Head of Compliance & Ethics, IPG Health Medical Communications

• Long term ISMPP member and committee member, former member of (now retired) GAPP, author of GPCAP and reviewer of GPP:2022
• Head of Compliance and Ethics for IPG Health Medical Communications, responsible for medical communications/publication ethics, general business ethic... Read More →

Wednesday June 24, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Online

ISMPP Hosted Events

10:00am EDT

How Experts use Claude for Scientifically Accurate Communications: A Hands-On Masterclass (Hosted by LogicFlo AI)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

Online

Think you have mastered how to use AI effectively AND responsibly? Think again.

In this hands-on masterclass, discover how to transform your Claude workflow from a basic chat interface into a formidable instrument for scientifically accurate communications.

In this session, you'll get:

A walkthrough of Claude's most relevant features for scientific communications

Insider techniques experts use for sharper accuracy, consistency, and clarity

Live demonstrations across real sci-comms use cases

Our complete prompt library and custom skills, yours to keep

Whether you're just getting started or already use Claude every day, you'll leave knowing how to get more out of it.

Register to Join us Online: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DxoDNhE7TzysM9mlq28J8w

Speakers

Arun Ramakrishnan

CTO & Co-Founder, LogicFlo AI

Udith Vaidyanathan

CEO & Co-Founder, LogicFlo AI

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

Additional Events

10:00am EDT

RTP Walk-and-Talk: Building Trust in Science (In-person event in NC)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

In-Person

This event is intended for professionals working in medical communications. We will walk a 1-mile trail at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center and have an open discussion about how we build trust in science through upholding publication standards.

Please respect the confidentiality of fellow participants and avoid sharing proprietary or non-public information.

Attendees assume all risks associated with participation. Event subject to weather.

This is an in-person event.
Participants can register for the event here: https://tidycal.com/kmfren/medcomms-day-2026-rtp-walk-and-talk-building-trust-in-science

We will be meeting in the visitor's parking lot of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (15 TW Alexander Dr, Durham, NC 27713).

Speakers

Kristin French, PhD, CMPP

MedComms Day 2026 RTP Walk N Talk 10am pdf

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
In-Person

Additional Events, In-Person/ Location Specific

11:00am EDT

Open to all! In Honor of #MedComms Day: Read by Humans. Ranked by Machines. How Medical Communications Can Stay Discoverable, Accurate and Trusted in the AI Era

Wednesday June 24, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT

Online

Your content will be read twice. Once by the clinician, researcher, or patient you wrote it for. And once, increasingly first, by the AI system that decides whether to surface it, summarize it, or pass it over entirely.

Large language models and AI-powered platforms are becoming a new access layer between scientific evidence and the people who need it. Whether a physician in São Paulo, a patient in Tokyo, or a medical affairs professional in London, the answer they receive to a clinical query may no longer come from a journal, congress, doctor or an MSL. The quality of your science no longer guarantees its visibility. The structure, metadata, format, and licensing context of your content now shape whether AI systems find it, rank it, trust it, and represent it accurately — in any language, in any region.

Developed from sessions presented at ISMPP-EU 2026 and the ISMPP Annual Meeting 2026, this global ISMPP U headline webinar will explain how AI systems find and use scientific content; demonstrate the content architecture choices that determine whether evidence is retrieved accurately or overlooked; and gives the global Med Comms community a practical, honest, and globally relevant framework for making scientific content discoverable, accurate, and trusted in the LLM era. Attendees leave with immediately actionable strategies and a whole new way of thinking about the content they create.

This webinar will enable participants to:

Describe how the discovery and consumption of scientific evidence is changing and explain how large language models and AI-powered answer engines source, rank, summarize, and contextualize medical communications content.
Apply a practical content framework to strengthen the discoverability, accuracy, and trustworthiness of scientific/medical communications content — across formats, platforms, languages, and regions, giving good science the best possible chance of being retrieved, correctly interpreted, and ranked by AI systems.
Navigate the global AI governance landscape, including the EU AI Act, the European Commission's May 2026 Living Guidelines on Generative AI in Research, and other regulations across the US, UK, Asia, and beyond — and translate these into transparent, accountable, and compliant AI practices within everyday medical communications workflows.

Approved for 1.0 CMPP credit

Register today at https://www.pathlms.com/ismpp/courses/221796
*All attendees are required to register beforehand. This online session is open to all who register.

Speakers

Stephen Griffiths

Head of Publications, General Medicine and Specialty Care, GSK

Stephen is a scientific communications specialist with over 20 years combined biotech, pharma and agency experience at regional and global levels. Currently at GSK he heads a team of publications professionals supporting a range of assets across General Medicine and Specialty Care... Read More →

Enda Millar

SVP, Publications Transformation & Strategy, Omnicom Health Medical Communications

With 15 years’ experience in medical communications, Enda has supported Global, US and Regional clients in strategic publications planning and delivery, whilst also looking at how we can elevate agency publications operations and capabilities. He is passionate about exploring emerging... Read More →

Rayman Vaid

VP, Senior Director, Digital Technology, Omnicom Health Medical Communications

With over 22 years in the digital technology landscape, Rayman Vaid an adept leader with a penchant for charting and navigating the complexities of omnichannel solutions, especially within the healthcare sector. His journey has encompassed roles that demand end-to-end oversight of... Read More →

Wednesday June 24, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Online

ISMPP Hosted Events

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