Expert HEOR services
With over 800 projects in HEOR communications under our belt, and a highly-skilled HEOR writing and project management team, Rx Communications stands ready to help you communicate value effectively to your stakeholders, whether they're payers, clinicians or patients.
Expertise and quality at the
heart of everything we do
Extensive health economics medical writing experience
When the first PharmacoEconomics journal was launched in 1992, our CEO was one of the earliest and most regular contributors. With her enthusiasm and background, Rx Communications naturally specialised in this area. Over 800 HEOR projects later and with many HE-experienced writers, Rx Communications can truly claim to be the ideal partner in this communications field.
Effective communicators of outcomes research
We have extensive expertise in communicating comparative value (e.g. cost-effectiveness, health-related quality of life etc.) of products across various therapeutic areas. We translate economic modelling into perceptible real-world outcomes, and effectively communicate this to key stakeholders by creating abstracts, posters, manuscripts, value dossiers, and more. We make HEOR data accessible.
Accurate, reliable synthesis of evidence-based data
We are effective at synthesising clinical, outcomes, and health economics-based data and interpreting this for our clients through systematic and targeted literature reviews. We employ rigorous methodologies, ensuring that our clients have the best information to support their products.
Experts at communicating clinical and economic value
Agencies often misunderstand HEOR, hindering effective communication about its significance. As a MedComms agency specialising in HEOR, Rx Communications has dedicated writers and health economists who understand how to communicate the economic and clinical value of interventions and provide effective support for publications.
An agency that understands HEOR
Our team includes experienced health economists and outcomes medical writers. We develop content that is evidence-based, accurate, and comprehensive. We draw on evidence-based sources, including economic modelling, real-world evidence, and literature reviews, to create credible and persuasive messaging
Knowledge across multiple therapeutic areas
Competent and knowledgeable medical writers in varied therapeutic areas are critical in developing evidence-based publications. With HEOR evidence, you need writers who are competent in HEOR and in the therapy area - these people are rare. If necessary, we will team up writers to ensure both HEOR and therapy area experience is at your service.
Flexibility and commitment
Our flexible resource allocation is designed to meet your specific needs, scaling up or down as timelines and budgets allow, while remaining fully committed to supporting your product. We have regular client contact and can adapt to any wind-change that might eventuate during the process.
Literature Reviews
We provide effective literature reviews that meet the highest scientific standards. Each review is tailored to meet your needs and objectives. Whether it is systematic or comprehensive, tailored or ultra-specific, we deliver to your specifications, all the while ensuring we are compliant with good research standards. Our work will stand up to the most rigorous scrutiny. Click here for more detail on our literature review service.
Handling payer advisory boards
Advisory boards can be a valuable tool for identifying evidence gaps and improving the company understanding the needs of key stakeholders. We can recruit key opinion leaders, help prepare materials for advisory boards, facilitate the meeting and write up the results. We offer support wherever it is needed.
Model validation
Validation ensures all models are fit for purpose and the data are transparent and accurate. Our model validation process provides a comprehensive review of the model's assumptions, inputs, and outputs; giving you the peace of mind that the data underpinning your product are reliable.
Evidence gap analysis
Identifying the evidence gaps in the value story for a product is essential, as it reveals the likelihood of the product achieving regulatory or payer approval, and ultimately market access. While few, if any value stories are complete in all aspects, evidence gap analysis will show where gaps may be relatively easy to fill - perhaps a clearer recognition of burden of illness or unmet needs, a cost-effectiveness model tweak - we can perform the literature searches and data analysis to show where issues lie.
Value Dossiers
We provide comprehensive, evidence-based value dossiers that are tailored to meet the needs of different stakeholders; these include payers, healthcare providers and patients. Our structured approach ensures that all necessary information is included and that the dossier is well-organised and easy to navigate. If you prefer an interactive presentation of value, we can do that too.
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With a clear roadmap in hand, our team will work to integrate seamlessly into your project to ensure timely execution, exceptional quality, and ultimately to the successful completion of your project.
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A Chronicle of Success
Here we proudly share the experiences and successes of our esteemed clients. Their candid testimonials attest to our unwavering commitment to service, expertise, and dedication that has consistently delivered exceptional results for our clients.
Due to the sensitive nature of most of our work we are sometimes required to anonymise these public facing testimonials, however we can provide details, including references and case studies later in the process.
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A world of expertise available...
With our scalable network model we have a deep talent pool we can draw on. While we can't share the personal details of these writers here, when it comes time to create your dream-team you will receive full bios of the individuals involved to take your project to the next level.
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Laura*
Rx Medical Writer
Laura is a seasoned medical writer, holding both clinical and research qualifications, and has over 15 years of freelance experience within the UK and US. She possesses extensive knowledge across multiple therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and erectile dysfunction. On the mentioned topics, especially erectile dysfunction, she has developed focused training programmes detailing aspects like prevalence, pathophysiology, co-morbidities, treatment options. These programmes also elaborate on specifics of certain medications such as sildenafil, including its mechanism of action, indications, dosing parameters, efficacy, and safety measures. Contributing regularly to peer-reviewed journals, medical education programmes, Laura also undertakes the preparation of product monographs, white papers, and training materials. Having honed her clinical, research, and writing skills at multiple prestigious universities, she is recognised for her excellent communication skills and high standards in her work.
Key Experience:
- Expert medical writer with over 15 years of freelance experience in both UK and US markets
- Specifically skilled in therapeutic areas of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and erectile dysfunction, having developed comprehensive training programmes detailing condition information and treatment options
- Regular contributor to peer-reviewed journals and medical education programmes, with strong skills honed at several top universities and is recognised for her exceptional communication skills and high standards.
Richard*
Rx Medical Writer
Richard, is a physician with a PhD in pharmaceutical medicine and a Master's degree in pharmacoepidemiology. He has extensive experience in clinical research within the pharmaceutical industry as well as academia. Currently, he serves as a medical writer and consultant in clinical research and medical communications, is a visiting professor in several institutions, and a clinical research fellow at a well-known Neurosciences Institute. Richard has authored or co-authored over 60 research papers and reviews , and has acted as a reviewer for over 20 peer-reviewed international journals.
Key Experiences:
- Extensive knowledge and experience in clinical research within the pharmaceutical industry, specialising in pharmaceutical medicine.
- Holds significant experience as a medical writer and consultant in clinical research and medical communications.
- Noteworthy contributions to academia as an educator and published author with over 60 research papers and reviews.
Sarah*
Rx Medical Writer
Sarah is an accomplished medical writer with a PhD and a substantial 18-year tenure within the field of medical writing. She has experience in various roles, from assistant to scientist and principal, with a key focus on the production of high-quality regulatory documents including Investigator Brochures (IBs), Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), and regulatory submission protocols. Additionally, Sarah specialises in niche fields like risk management plans (RMP), paediatric investigational plan waivers (PIP), and patient information leaflets.
Key Highlights:
- 18 years of diverse experience in medical writing, including roles in various capacities within clinical research.
- Expertise in producing high-quality regulatory documents like Investigator Brochures (IBs), Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), and regulatory submission protocols.
- Specialises in creating risk management plans (RMP), paediatric investigational plan waivers (PIP) and comprehensive patient information leaflets.
Emily*
Rx Medical Writer
With 30 years of medical writing experience under her belt, Emily is a medical writer with a doctorate in Pharmacology and a wide experience within therapeutic areas and project types. From 2006 to 2012, Emily dedicated six years of her career exclusively to work related to anticoagulation, authoring 16 manuscripts, a review, training programme modules and six slide sets.
Key Experience:
- Medical writing career span of over 30 years covering diverse therapeutic areas with a specific focus on anticoagulation.
- In-depth experience in writing resources in anticoagulation, including 16 manuscripts, a review, and training programme modules and slide sets.
David*
Rx Medical Writer
David boasts an extensive career spanning 32 years in the field of medical writing. His expertise covers various regulatory areas, including handling protocols, Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), patient narratives, and the creation of integrated summaries focused on efficacy and safety. David's work history is studded with notable projects surrounding the treatment of numerous ailments. He has contributed significantly to the field of oncology, dealing with pioneering treatments for breast, prostate and skin cancer. David also has invaluable experience working on the management of inflammatory diseases and acute coronary syndromes. His diverse expertise extends to the realm of ophthalmology where he has worked on advancing therapeutic antihistamines.
Highlighted Experience:
- A reputable career grounded on 32 years of experience in medical writing, emphasising various key regulatory areas such as protocols, Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), patient narratives and comprehensive summaries on efficacy and safety.
- Significant contributions to the field of oncology, having worked on pioneering treatments targeted at several types of cancer, including but not limited to breast, prostate, and skin.
- Extensive work experience surrounding the management and study of inflammatory diseases, acute coronary syndromes and advances in therapeutic antihistamines concerning ophthalmological applications.
Clara*
Rx Medical Writer
With over two decades of experience in medical communications, Clara is a registered pharmacist and seasoned medical writer, skilled across many therapeutic areas and project types. Throughout her extensive career with Rx, she has effectively collaborated with various pharmaceutical institutions on ongoing projects. Many of these projects have been in the field of health economics and outcomes, and include value dossiers, publications, training slide sets and HTA submissions. Recently, she has been engaged in data analysis for treatment of pancreatic cancer, lupus, cardiovascular diseases, and metabolic syndrome. Clara also played a key role in securing funding through research proposal development, proving her effectiveness as both a team and project leader.
Key Highlights:
- Over 20 years of professional experience as a pharmacist and in medical communications for different agencies and publishing entities.
- Specialises in medical writing across various therapeutic areas with a primary focus on health economics and outcomes.
- Led successful data analysis initiatives and research proposals for funding, showcasing strong leadership skills.
Olivia*
Rx Medical Writer
With a PhD in Biochemistry and over two decades of experience as a medical writer/editor in the medical education sector, Olivia has made significant contributions to a wide range of publications, including meeting reports, book chapters, and product monographs across numerous indications like hypertension and heart failure. She is proficient in developing diverse types of materials in various forms of media.
Key Highlights:
- Combines a robust academic background in Biochemistry with over 20 years of industry experience in medical writing/editing.
- Diverse publication experience ranging from book chapters to meeting reports across fields such as hypertension and heart failure.
- Showcases versatility across print, video, audio, and digital media.
George*
Rx Medical Writer
Since 2006, George has utilised his medical writing skills, initially honed while working for a large pharmaceutical company and a Contract Research Organisation (CRO) in Germany, to author a range of critical regulatory medical writing texts. Over time, he has composed around 50 Clinical Study Reports (CSRs) and protocols from Phase I to IV, along with vital contributions to Investigator's Brochures (IBs), clinical summaries and pharmacovigilance documents including patient narratives, safety update reports and risk management assessment. George's expertise spans a variety of therapeutic areas such as vaccines, oncology, diabetes, dermatology, haematology, acute liver conditions, immunocompromised allergy, medical devices, autism spectrum disorder, and wound healing.
Key Experience:
- Over 15 years of medical writing experience, including an extensive portfolio including Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), protocols and pharmacovigilance documents.
- Broad knowledge across various therapeutic areas, including vaccines, oncology, diabetes, dermatology and haematology, among others.
Alex*
Rx Medical Writer
Alex is a skilled medical writer specialising in neurology and pharmacology, backed by a PhD in biomedical sciences, specifically neuropharmacology, and postdoctoral training in neuropathology. Their diverse work includes manuscripts, press releases, conference coverage and continuing medical education materials centred around neurology.
Having written on neurological conditions like Alzheimer's disease, dementia, epilepsy, sleep disorders, cognitive deficits, and brain tumours, Alex also possesses an expansive understanding of subjects like stroke, aneurysms, neuroplasticity, and neuro-interventions. They have also produced significant content on pain management for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and irritable bowel syndrome, with a recent focus on the importance of patients' perspectives in disease management and outcomes.
Key Experience:
- Boasts a PhD in biomedical sciences, specialising in neuropharmacology, and postdoctoral training in neuropathology.
- Written extensively on a range of neurology-related topics, from Alzheimer’s disease and dementia to epilepsy and sleep disorders.
- Provides a patient-focused approach to disease management, specifically in terms of pain management for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and irritable bowel syndrome.
Catherine*
Rx Medical Writer
Catherine carries a significant career in medical research and medical writing with a PhD in oncology. With a strong focus on liver disease, she has spent a significant part of her career preparing reviews for respected peer-reviewed journals including topics like Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), fatty liver disease, and Hepatitis C. She is particularly skilful at preparing conference materials, product monographs, therapeutic landscape analyses, and sales training materials. Additionally, Catherine has demonstrated a track record in producing continuing medical education materials and patient education products.
Key Highlights:
- Holds a PhD in Oncology and boasts a decade of experience in medical research.
- Dedicated 12 years to medical writing with a prime focus on liver diseases like NASH, Fatty Liver disease, and Hepatitis C.
- Versatility in creating a range of materials for various purposes and skill at producing continuing medical education materials and patient education products.
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Comprehensive MedComms services tailored to your needs
Discover the advantage of our full-service medcomms agency, offering an extensive array of tailored solutions designed to address your unique challenges and objectives. Whether you need support on a limited basis, or across the full communications plan, our expertise covers every aspect of your medical communications journey, providing a seamless, results-driven experience that help set you apart in the competitive landscape.