At first glance, the pharmaceutical industry (“pharma”) and the medical device industry (“medtech”) are two seemingly disparate worlds. However, they have a common denominator – a medical purpose to benefit patients. This article underlines the similarities and differences between the two industries and serves as a practical guide for writers seeking to enter the medical device domain on how to navigate the unfamiliar landscape. Pharma medical writers have existing expertise in clinical research and regulatory documentation that can be leveraged in the medtech field.

Medical Writing. 2026;35(1):26-32. https://doi.org/10.56012/alwp5888

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