ISMPP and MPIP Announce New Medical Publishing Website

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., July 29, 2010 — On July 29, 2010 the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) and the Medical Publishing Insights and Practices (MPIP) initiative launched a new web page highlighting various MPIP initiatives (http://www.mpip-initiative.org). The web page is a valuable resource providing information on the overall MPIP initiative, updating viewers on […]

Applications for the September ISMPP Certified Medical Publication Professional Exam Now Being Accepted

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., July 23, 2010 — Applications are now being accepted for the September 2010 Certified Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) examination. Qualified candidates can take the three-hour exam during the September 1-30, 2010 testing window at approved locations around the globe. In order to earn the CMPP credential, candidates must meet a defined set […]

ISMPP Reiterates Progress in Medical Publications in Response to Senator Grassley's Report

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., July 19, 2010 — On June 24, 2010, the office of United States Senator Charles Grassley released a report entitled "Ghostwriting in Medical Literature" highlighting his concern "about the lack of transparency that exists in medical ghostwriting." The report rightly calls for more uniform disclosure of financial and editorial support in medical […]

ISMPP Endorses Transparent Writing Collaboration in Scientific Publications and Medical Society Guideline Prohibiting Ghostwriting

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., May 13, 2010 — The Council of Medical Specialty Societies (CMSS), representing over 30 member organizations, has recently adopted a Code for Interaction with Companies. While recognizing the role pharmaceutical and device companies play in developing and marketing products to help patients live longer and healthier lives, CMSS has appropriately issued the […]

Delivering Value in Healthcare and Medical Research: Dr. Mark B. McClellan Opens 6th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals with Keynote Address

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., April 19, 2010 — On April 19, 2010, the 6th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) began in Arlington, VA, US, with a focus on delivering value and driving advocacy in medical publications. Mark B. McClellan, MD, PhD, Director, Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform, The Brookings […]

Dr. Mark B. McClellan to Speak at the 6th Annual Meeting of ISMPP

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., April 9, 2010 — The 6th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) takes place April 19-21, 2010, in Arlington, Virginia, USA. This year's meeting, "Delivering Value and Driving Advocacy in Medical Publications," will address some of the key challenges in today's medical publications environment. ISMPP is honored […]

Announcing the 6th Annual Meeting of ISMPP: Delivering Value and Driving Advocacy in Medical Publications

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., Feb. 11, 2010 — The International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) is pleased to announce the opening of registration for its 6th annual meeting, "Delivering Value and Driving Advocacy in Medical Publications." The meeting will run from April 19 to 21, 2010, in Arlington, VA, at the Crystal Gateway Marriott. ISMPP […]

Announcing ISMPP EU 2010 – the First European Meeting of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals, Royal College of Physicians, London, UK, January 20, 2010

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2009 — On January 20th, 2010, the inaugural European meeting of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) will be held at the Royal College of Physicians in London, UK. More than 100 attendees are expected at this prestigious event, providing a new forum for publication professionals, editors, publishers, […]

The International Society for Medical Publication Professionals Announces Call for Abstracts for Its 6th Annual Meeting

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2009 — The International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) today announced that the professional society is continuing to accept abstracts for its 6th Annual Meeting, which is being held in Arlington, VA, April 19-21, 2010. This marks the first time that the society is encouraging non-members to join the […]

ISMPP Announces Publication of Good Publication Practice for Communicating Company-Sponsored Medical Research: GPP2 Guidelines Published in the BMJ

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., Nov. 30. 2009 — Good Publication Practice 2 (GPP2), a key guidance document for the publication of company-sponsored medical research, has been published online today by the British Medical Journal (BMJ). "The publication of GPP2 in BMJ is strong recognition of the importance of providing support and guidance for industry sponsored research […]

ISMPP Supports Best Practices and Transparency in Medical Publications: Better Understanding of Terms Such as 'Ghostwriting' Needed

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., Oct. 15, 2009 — The mission of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) is to advance the medical publication profession through education and advocacy. The organization believes that to correct the growing misperceptions in the medical literature and lay press around a number of critical issues involving medical publications, such […]