Debra Estrella, Editor
13 Tanglewood Court, Apt 6
West Warwick, RI 02893
ph: 401-615-8815
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The following is a sampler of projects I’ve worked on.
Nonprofit Newsletter
I designed and managed the development of a newsletter for a nonprofit organization that works with children who have physical disabilities. I led a committee to determine layout style and article focus; wrote, solicited, and edited articles; desktop published each issue; and coordinated printing and distribution with an outside vendor.
Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology Module
I instructionally edited this module, which provides background information on the anatomy and physiology of the human nervous system as it pertains to substance dependence and its treatment.
Online Assessment for PC Maintenance Textbook
I copy edited this assessment for correct spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation, making sure the questions met client specifications. I also made sure questions and answers were consistent with the textbook and that page references were accurate.
Reference Binder for Medical/Legal/Regulatory Review of a Training Module
I compiled both hard-copy and electronic references for the medical/legal/regulatory review of a module that explains the clinical studies for a product used to treat advanced renal cell carcinoma. I confirmed that all of the module content was appropriately referenced and verified that all referenced text corresponded to the cited source material and was properly underlined. I filled any referencing gaps using the references supplied; any missing references after that search were requested and supplied by the client. I organized the hard-copy references into a binder and shipped those to the pharmaceutical company for review, and I saved the electronic versions of those references to a CD and shipped it to my client for their records.
Medical/Legal Case Studies
I copy edit a series of monthly newsletters that describe and explain legal cases relevant to the practicing physician.
Clinical Study
I copy edited and styled a clinical study for submission to the Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal. I also provided the author with a list of the remaining journal requirements, including journal contact information and links to necessary forms.
I provided both a developmental edit and a copy edit for this publication. I also wrote the copy for the LifeSkills Publishing Web site.
Crohn’s Disease Learning System
I served as instructional and managing editor for this comprehensive training series comprising online and print modules, workshops, and assessments for both national and international audiences. I edited the materials for organization, clarity, consistency, and effective application of adult learning principles. I worked with a team of writers to develop characters and story lines for the online modules and to ensure information was presented consistently across overlapping components. I created and maintained a style sheet for the entire series, distributing weekly updates to stake holders in order to ensure consistency across program components and multiple drafts.
Ethics Workshop
I copy edited the leader’s guide of this case-study–driven workshop according to the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition.
CD-ROM Course on Medicare and Medicaid
I provided both an instructional edit and a copy edit for this first program in a series on government healthcare. In addition, I wrote the learning objectives, review points, and assessment questions for each lesson in the program. I created and maintained a style sheet for the entire series, distributing weekly updates to stake holders in order to ensure consistency across program components and multiple drafts.
Deb is a pleasure to work with. On several occasions I have had tight deadlines and she has gone above and beyond to ensure my project was ready when I needed it. I would highly recommend Deb especially on projects where quality and timelines are critical.
--John Miller
In Power Coaching
and Training LLC
Debra Estrella, Editor
13 Tanglewood Court, Apt 6
West Warwick, RI 02893
ph: 401-615-8815
Deb_Estr