HELLO! MY NAME IS

RISA KERSLAKE

RN + HEALTH CONTENT WRITER

About Me

You need healthcare content, and who better to write it than a registered nurse?

I use my RN expertise to craft reliable, trustworthy content.

I know what it’s like to talk to a patient and give them information. But it takes a certain type of person to know how to communicate with them in a way that inspires action. I can write articles that provide information all day long, and I can break down those complex topics and make them accessible. It’s what makes me a good healthcare writer.

But let me tell you, years in the field as an RN getting people to take action and do something about it? That’s where the real impact is. And that’s where I focus my writing.

Risa has been a superb freelancer for Sleep Review. Her medical background along with her professional writing skills make her an excellent journalist for our trade magazine. Risa is on my regular freelance roster for reliable writers whose work comes in well-written and on time.

Sree RoyChief Editor at Sleep Review

I’ve been Risa’s editor on medical articles around menopause and conditions such as endometriosis and PCOS. It’s hard to find writers who can do these topics well, but she does. Risa has an impressive command of scientific literature and an ability to simplify complex topics. She’s easy to work with and always cheerful. She’s an absolute pro, and I hope to continue working with her for years to come!

Clint CarterU.S. Editorial Director at Peppy

Risa has been a contributor to Saatva’s Sleep Enlightened blog for the last couple of years, and it’s always a pleasure to work with her on sleep health content! She turns in clean copy that requires minimal editing, cites credible studies and research throughout her articles, and meets every deadline. If you’re looking for a health writer, I highly recommend working with Risa.

Christina HeiserContent Director at Saatva

What I Do

I turn complex medical jargon into easy-to-digest content that is researched-backed and engaging. But it’s more than providing information. Breaking down health concepts or the latest research and making it accessible is table stakes. I’m focused on how I communicate in a way that gets people to take action on what I made accessible. I know how to do this because I’m a nurse — I’ve had these conversations with real patients.

B2B BLOG WRITER

I always take a journalistic approach no matter what it is I’m writing, whether it’s under my byline or yours. It doesn’t matter if it’s for clinicians or decision-makers — subjects such as the business of health care, medical conditions, or health technology don’t have to make for dry, boring content.

CONSUMER HEALTH ARTICLES

An effective consumer article captures attention and spreads a clear message. I make sure my work is researched-backed and engaging, inspiring your audience to take charge of their health.

MEDICAL REVIEW & FACT-CHECKING

I use my experience as an RN to help clients ensure their articles and other types of content are accurate, up-to-date, and written using inclusive and conscious language.