Mary Todd

Mary Todd – Editor

Scholarly publishing professional with 20+ years' experience editing medical journals and textbooks. Advanced degree in Creative Writing.

Overview

Scholarly publishing professional with over 20 years' experience editing medical journals and textbooks. Also holds an MFA degree in Creative Writing with a concentration in Fiction. I especially like working with medical professionals and caregivers.

I enjoy editing the non-fiction as much as the fiction and have spanned broad subject areas, from yoga to addiction psychiatry. I co-taught a college level course on Narrative Medicine and enjoy bringing stories around medicine to life. I have served as a reviewer for the Bellevue Literary Review which shined a spotlight on which works get published. I will work to maximize your voice and your vision to produce a strong manuscript for your target audience.

Services
Non-Fiction
Education & Reference Medicine, Nursing, & Dentistry Parenting & Families Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • Larry McMurtry Archer City Retreat, The City College of New York
  • Georgia Barnes Scholarship, SUNY Oswego
  • The Norman Levine Outstanding Teaching Award, The City College of New York
Certifications
  • Member, Int'l Society of Managing and Technical Editors

Work experience

American Association for Cancer Research

Apr, 2024 — Present
Oversee publication of Cancer Research Communications and Molecular Cancer Research. Collaborate across departments for efficient and effective dissemination of cutting edge cancer reasearch. Engage in best practices in peer review. Maintain research integrity.

Knowledgeworks Global Editorial

Oct, 2022 — Apr, 2024 (over 1 year)
Excel with timely, high-quality performance of assigned editorial or production activities measured by the established key performance indicators and benchmarks to ensure consistent, positive feedback from KGL Editorial clients; generate ideas for improving quality, efficiencies, and cost-effectiveness; contribute to company growth through identification of opportunities with new or existing clients and professional networking; develop protocols and on-board new clients; train and supervise five direct reports as well as junior support staff based in the US and India.

International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer

Jun, 2005 — Oct, 2022 (over 17 years)
Develop and lead the IASLC’s journals portfolio in alignment with the IASLC’s mission; oversee the publication of Journal of Thoracic Oncology (JTO) and JTO Clinical and Research Reports (JTO CRR), including the supervision of an Editorial Consultant and Editorial Assistant; work cross-functionally and collaboratively across the organization to support IASLC activities such as membership, as well as publication and promotion of scientific research; represent the IASLC journals within the organization and serve as an IASLC representative to external stakeholders; founding member of “Culture Club” supporting organization’s culture and values; co-chair Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

Jun, 1992 — Jul, 2015 (about 23 years)
Oversaw publication of scientific journal (744 pages/year); managed growth from six to nine issues per year; transitioned three editors

Mary has 9 reviews

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Michael M.

Michael M.

Aug, 2024

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Mary has been great. She is thorough and professional, and she has helped me tremendously. This is my second book with her.
Mary T.
Great to work with you too! Wishing Book Two much success! Mary
Vicki M.

Vicki M.

Jun, 2024

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Couldn't have written my book without Mary. She is so knowledgeable, kind, patient and focused. I highly recommend her for all she brings to any endeavor. Couldn't have asked for a better person to guide me through those stages of development.
Mary T.
Thanks for an excellent partnership! It was great to be involved in the development of the book and the realization of your vision.
Michael M.

Michael M.

Dec, 2023

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Mary has been a great support. She is professional, prompt, and competent. It was a true pleasure working with her. I'll definitely get her help in my upcoming projects.
Mary T.
Thanks, Mike! I enjoy our collaboration and look forward to the launch of MD Efficacy into the world. I sincerely hope we have the opportunity to work together again.
Matt B.

Matt B.

May, 2025

Incredible, thorough, detail oriented work. A lifesaver several times over.
Mary T.
Thanks, Matt! Another dynamic and fast-paced collaboration on behalf of the OBI! I remain intrigued by all they do on behalf of their patients and research and love to work towards spreading the go...
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Matt B.

Matt B.

Mar, 2024

Fast, thorough, collaborative.
Mary T.
Hi Matt, Thanks for the feedback Love working on your projects cause they look so good! Mary

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