Medical Writing Portfolio
I am Imtiaz Ibne Alam, B.Pharm, RPh, with 15+ years of experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical writing and scientific communication. I help clinicians, researchers, healthcare companies and agencies turn complex medical information into clear manuscripts, evidence reviews, patient education and publication-ready medical content.
Selected work across scientific publications, evidence synthesis, drug safety and healthcare content.
Much of my client work is confidential or client-owned. The categories below show the types of assignments clients review when assessing medical writing experience, subject-matter knowledge and project fit.
Scientific publications and journal manuscripts
Clinical trial manuscripts, case reports, observational studies, narrative reviews and clinical commentaries.
- Manuscript development and scientific editing
- Reference verification and journal formatting
- Reviewer responses and resubmission
Systematic reviews
Systematic review and evidence synthesis work across dentistry, oral surgery, implantology and medication exposure.
- PICOS framework, search strategy and screening
- PRISMA flow, RoB 2 and ROBINS-I
- Data extraction tables and narrative synthesis
Pharmacovigilance and regulatory writing
Pharmacovigilance reports, benefit-risk summaries, adverse event and serious adverse event SOPs, CMC articles and regulatory summaries.
- Benefit-risk communication
- Drug safety and hospital pharmacy content
- Cell and gene therapy regulatory content
Healthcare white papers and patient education
Healthcare IT, AI in healthcare, medical devices, digital health and medical technology.
- Scientific and clinical content for healthcare decision-makers
- Plain-language patient education materials
- CME and CPD slide decks
Peer-reviewed publications, grouped by study type.
A selection of my own publications and client publications supported through manuscript development, editing, literature review, reference verification, formatting or journal submission support. This is a sample, not a comprehensive list.
Authored and co-authored work
- Gyer G, Michael J, Inklebarger J, Alam II. (2022). Effects of biomechanical parameters of spinal manipulation. Journal of Integrative Medicine, 20(1), 4-12. Named co-author. View
- Alam II. (2020). Checklist for Publishing a Scientific Paper. ResearchGate
Clinical trials and pilot studies
- Zahid TM. (2025). Er,Cr:YSGG laser and scalpel in gingival depigmentation. Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. PubMed
- Zahid TM, Khan NS. (2022). Myrrh and chlorhexidine mouthwashes: a three-arm randomized controlled trial. Annals of Dental Specialty.
- Zahid TM, Nadershah M. (2019). Advanced PRF and wound healing after extraction. J Contemp Dent Pract. PubMed
- Zahed T, Alblwe J. (2019). Commiphora myrrh mouthwash: a pilot study. Open Dentistry Journal.
Cross-sectional and observational studies
- Al-Fadel N, et al. (2016). Compounded sterile preparations in hospital pharmacies. Eur J Hosp Pharm.
- Alblowi JA, Zahid TM. (2019). Periodontal services by general dentists in Saudi Arabia. Clin Cosmet Investig Dent.
- Zahid T, et al. (2020). Mobile app versus lectures for oral hygiene. Patient Prefer Adherence. PubMed
- Al-Dabbagh NN, Zahid TM. (2018). Fatwas and acceptance of enamel matrix derivatives. Patient Prefer Adherence. PubMed
- Zahid TM, Agou S. (2024). E-learning readiness before and after COVID-19. Frontiers in Medicine. PubMed
Case reports, case series and retrospective studies
- Zahid TM, Natto ZS. (2023). Polarized versus non-polarized images for gingival melanin. Clin Cosmet Investig Dent.
- Zahid TM. (2023). Failed root perforation repair: a 5-year follow-up. Case Reports in Dentistry. View
- Jabari M, Alshehri H. (2016). Hypothyroidism screening in a child with raised creatinine. Imam J Appl Sci.
- Alghamdi K, Lysecki D. (2023). Gabapentin and high-risk medication need. J Taibah Univ Med Sci. PMC
Reviews, commentaries and editorials
- Gyer G, Michael J, Inklebarger J. (2018). Occupational hand injuries. Journal of Integrative Medicine.
- Gyer G, et al. (2019). Neurophysiological effects of spinal manipulation. Journal of Integrative Medicine.
- Jabari M, Alshehri H. (2016). Octreotide in congenital hyperinsulinism. Int J Pharm Res Allied Sci.
- Gyer G, et al. (2025). The Y-axis manipulation: efficacy and safety. J Contemporary Chiropractic. View
- Gospodin IC, et al. (2025). Spinal manipulation within a pain neuroscience framework. Medical Research Archives. View
Systematic review and evidence synthesis projects.
Selected projects included protocol development, PICOS framing, database searching, screening, PRISMA flow diagrams, risk of bias assessment and evidence synthesis.
Dynamic navigation versus static and freehand implants
Compared dynamic navigation, static guidance and freehand placement.
- PubMed, MEDLINE and Cochrane Library
- 6 included studies
- RoB 2, ROBINS-I and PRISMA flow diagram
Customised healing abutments
Soft tissue outcomes after immediate implant placement into extraction sockets.
- Randomised controlled trials only
- PES, WES and papilla index measures
- Volumetric soft tissue and marginal bone changes
Antidepressants in pregnancy
Prenatal SSRI, SNRI and TCA exposure and child neurodevelopment.
- Observational study evidence
- Motor development and cognitive outcomes
- ROBINS-I risk of bias assessment
Hyperbaric oxygen for MRONJ
Adjunctive hyperbaric oxygen for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws.
- PubMed, EMBASE and Cochrane
- Quantitative synthesis and outcome analysis
- Risk of bias assessment and evidence synthesis
Six published book projects.
Long-term writing and editorial support for a manual therapy book series published by Singing Dragon and Handspring. Credited as a contributor, not the named author.
Dry Needling for Manual TherapistsTrigger points, dry needling techniques and electroacupuncture
Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for Manual TherapistsSpinal and peripheral manipulations
Spine and Joint Articulation for Manual TherapistsArticulation and mobilisation techniques
Advanced Osteopathic and Chiropractic TechniquesPeripheral and extremity manipulation
Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and AnkleClinical assessment, manual therapy and rehabilitation
Adaptive Osteopathic and Chiropractic TechniquesDrop tables, speeder boards and Gonstead (2025)
Health communication for patients and non-specialist audiences.
Plain-language medical writing that preserves clinical accuracy, appropriate health literacy and patient safety.
Sinocare patient education
Long-running diabetes education and blood glucose monitoring content for a global medical device brand, written for patients and caregivers in plain language.
Constant Therapy Health
A patient story and stroke rehabilitation article for a digital cognitive therapy platform, reviewed by a physician.
CME and CPD slide decks
Clinical training slide decks and medical education materials developed for OMT Training and Giles Gyer, from literature review and rough drafts to final presentations. Topics include osteopathic articulation, cervical manipulation safety, Activator Methods, Gonstead technique, dry needling, concussion and common musculoskeletal conditions.
Named bylined articles
Selected bylined articles across clinical education, consumer health and public health topics.
Confidential client work, described without exposing unpublished material.
The examples below are summarized without disclosing confidential drafts, strategy or unpublished material. Send your topic area and I will share relevant examples where possible.
Request samples for your briefPharmacovigilance reports, benefit-risk summaries, safety communications for healthcare professionals and adverse event or serious adverse event SOPs prepared for a national drug safety center.
Cell and gene therapy and chemistry, manufacturing and controls content for a leading biopharmaceutical regulatory sciences provider, produced with subject-matter experts and reviewed through multiple technical review cycles.
Healthcare technology content, including AI in healthcare, healthcare IT white papers, brand awareness content and investor communications for medical technology companies.
Plain-language medical content across diabetes, blood glucose monitoring, stroke rehabilitation, brain injury recovery, pediatric and neonatal health, medical devices and consumer health. I translate clinical evidence into clear content for patients, caregivers and healthcare brands.
What clients say after working with me.
The strongest proof of medical writing quality is repeat client work. These testimonials are shown with real names and roles.
Imtiaz is now an essential part of our writing team. He has always produced work of an exceptional standard. We have worked together so long that I do not have to check the work he produces, as I know it will be of a fantastic standard. Imtiaz is my go-to writer. I cannot rate him highly enough!
Imtiaz worked for my company for several years, and he stood out as one of our best writers for his mastery of the English language, attention to detail and deadlines, superb communication skills, and his genuine love for writing. He frequently goes above and beyond in many instances. I highly recommend him and would gladly hire him again.
Excellent quality medical research. References were directly on target. Formatting was perfect. Timeliness was even better than the unreasonable goal I requested. This is my second project with him, and he will get my next projects as well.
Excellent work! Quick research and reporting on a science intense data research and collection. Will definitely use expertise with future projects.
Great work! Imtiaz did a fantastic job for us. He is very thorough in his work and brings a lot to the table in planning the articles. I will definitely be working with him again.
Imtiaz did an excellent job for us by writing a number of health articles. They were well researched, written and referenced. He has a good medical knowledge and that was very helpful in executing these articles to the highest standard. I am very impressed and I highly recommend Imtiaz.
Tremendous help! We worked together for nearly a year and Imtiaz always provided high quality writing services. He is very professional, committed and knowledgeable. I really recommend dealing with him.
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