Communicating Science with Mastery
October 9 | 9 am to 1 pm
Communicating complex science requires more than expertise alone.
This interactive workshop is designed for scientists, clinicians, researchers, and professionals developing innovative breakthroughs who seek to make their work more accessible, engaging, and influential for educated lay audiences.
Why This Workshop?
Make complex science clear. Communicate complex science and medicine with clarity, without sacrificing depth or accuracy.
Reach beyond your field. Make your research accessible, engaging, and meaningful to audiences outside your area of expertise.
Put it into practice. Leave with proven strategies, personalized feedback, and practical tools you can use immediately.
Learn from Experts Bridging Science and Communication
This workshop brings together two experts who approach communication from different but complementary perspectives: one focused on making complex ideas clear and compelling, and one focused on translating clinical expertise into practice.
JD Schramm, M.Ed.
Communication expert, author, and speaker
JD Schramm helps scientists, physicians, researchers, and other experts communicate complex ideas with clarity, conviction, and impact. He is the author of Communicate with Mastery: Speak with Conviction and Write for Impact and teaches communication at USC Annenberg. With more than 25 years of experience, JD brings a practical approach to helping experts connect their knowledge with the people they need to reach.
Carla Pugh, MD, PhD
Surgeon, scientist, and medical education innovator
Dr. Carla Pugh is a Stanford surgeon and member of the National Academy of Medicine. Her work focuses on using technology to measure and master clinical skills, transforming how healthcare professionals learn, practice, and improve. She brings deep expertise in both medicine and the challenge of communicating complex clinical ideas beyond traditional boundaries.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Registration is $450 per participant.
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Yes. Employer-sponsored professional development funds are welcome.
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Your registration includes the full workshop, live feedback, light refreshments, a signed copy of JD Schramm’s Communicate with Mastery, and access to a resource library to support your continued practice.
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The workshop will take place at The Landing, 1699 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame, CA 94010.
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Yes. You’ll have opportunities to put the concepts into practice, receive personalized feedback, and leave with strategies and tools you can immediately apply.
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The workshop is limited to 30 participants to create an interactive, small-group experience with plenty of opportunity for practice and feedback.
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Any additional questions, please reach out to admin@jdschramm.com