Who We Are
Our members come from varied backgrounds and career levels
The Mid-Atlantic Chapter is one of 15 chapters of the American Medical Writers Association, the leading professional organization for writers, editors, and other communicators of medical information. The AMWA Mid-Atlantic Chapter includes Maryland, Virginia, DC, the southern part of Delaware, and the eastern part of West Virginia.
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2020 AMWA-MAC Leadership Team
Our goal is to provide the information and resources you need to excel in your medical writing career whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned professional. Learn more about us.
Judith Orvos, ELS
President
Vita Washington, MS
Immediate Past President
Colleen Walacavage
Treasurer
Rebecca Nelson
Secretary
Gelu Dobrescu, MT, MS
Conference Committee Co-Chair
Marielle Fares, PharmD, BCGP
Membership & Volunteer Coordinator, Conference Committee Co-Chair
Vicki VanArsdale, MS
Webmaster & Social Media Specialist
Regional Coordinators
Our regional coordinators host networking events for AMWA members and prospective members in the Mid-Atlantic region throughout the year.
Twilla Zirkle
Regional Coordinator – Baltimore
Archana Monie
Regional Coordinator – Bethesda
Antonia C. Perez, PhD
Regional Coordinator – Central Virginia
Malaika Hill
Regional Coordinator – Northern Virginia
Brittanie Smith
Regional Coordinator – Southeast Virginia
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.