Be the Change You Wish to See

Do you have a particular specialty area or a “pet” disease state or condition that you want to share your expertise on? Have you learned something you wish you’d known sooner? Have you maneuvered through or around a particular barrier to practice or access? Others might benefit from knowing the keys to your accomplishment. We are quick to bemoan our plights; instead, share your success!

Start by jotting down a few words—the rest will follow. The great thing about writing is that you can do it anywhere, anytime. (For example, this editorial was written in an airport!) And please note: If you have the idea and the passion—and the wherewithal to start the writing process—there are dedicated editorial staff who will work with you to polish your submission for publication. Writing begins as a solitary pursuit, but you are not alone through the process.

So here is my challenge to you: Be an agent of change to increase the number of NP-authored columns in this publication. Have faith in your ability to write. Take it one word at a time; a few words form a sentence, a few sentences a paragraph—and before you know it, you’ve written an entire column or article.

Write from your head, your heart, or your outrage—but write! You can start by sending your thoughts on this editorial to NPEditor@frontlinemedcom.com.