Drugwatch Team
At Drugwatch, we are passionate about our mission to keep people safe from the potential risks of prescription drugs and medical devices. Our team of expert writers and outreach coordinators work together to deliver trusted, up-to-date information and spread awareness about problematic medicines and devices that affect people’s health.
Our Expert Writers
Combined, Drugwatch’s expert writers have decades of experience in research and investigation. They have worked for respected newspapers, magazines, universities and law firms. Drugwatch’s writers get the facts directly from trusted, credible sources, such as doctors, lawyers, medical journals, court documents and government reports. They then translate the information into language you can understand. They also develop relationships with experts, advocacy groups and patients to add first-hand knowledge and additional expertise to the information found on Drugwatch.com. Our writers and researchers are available to help journalists and editors in need of reliable research, sources and quotes.
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Emily Miller Managing Editor Emily Miller is an award-winning journalist with 7 years of professional writing and editing experience. Her coverage of U.S. drug prices for Drugwatch has been published or cited by The Hill, Fox Business and United Press International. Prior to joining Drugwatch, Emily spent five years writing for media organizations, including South Florida Sun Sentinel, San Antonio Express-News and UF Health News. Emily earned her Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Florida and holds five health literacy certificates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). She is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, The Alliance of Professional Health Advocates, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and the Society for Technical Communication. -
Michelle Llamas, BCPA Senior Writer Michelle Llamas is Drugwatch’s senior writer and the host of Drugwatch Podcast. Much of her work is dedicated to reporting on fluoroquinolone antibiotics, birth control methods and devices marketed to women. Michelle has ten years of experience writing medical and legal content — including an article in the Journal of Palliative Medicine and an academic book review for Nova Science Publishers. She builds relationships with trusted experts such as patients, advocates, support groups, and legal and medical professionals. Prior to writing for Drugwatch, she spent six years as a legal assistant for personal injury law firms in Orlando. She obtained her English – Technical Communication degree from the University of Central Florida and her Patient Advocacy Certificate form University of Miami. She is a member of the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA). -
Terry Turner Senior Writer Terry Turner writes about FDA policy, proton pump inhibitors and medical devices, including knee and hip implants, hernia mesh and IVC filters. He is an Emmy-winning, former television journalist with more than 25 years of experience researching and reporting on consumer issues. His work for Drugwatch has been published or cited in Washington Examiner, MedPage Today and The New York Times. He has also appeared on the BBC to discuss hernia mesh complications and lawsuits. Prior to joining Drugwatch, he spent 12 years as a U.S. Department of Defense writer and producer, five years with CONUS Communications and two years with Voice of America. He routinely reported on health and medical policy issues before Congress, the FDA and other federal agencies. Terry received his Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts from Lyon College. He is a member of the American Medical Writers Association and The Alliance of Professional Health Advocates. -
Amy Keller, RN, BSN Registered Nurse Amy Keller is a registered nurse and writer for Drugwatch. She uses her nursing knowledge and background as an investigative journalist to write about complicated health issues such as the safety of online pharmacies. Prior to becoming a nurse, Amy spent more than two decades in journalism as a senior writer at Roll Call newspaper and associate editor at Florida Trend magazine. Amy earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of South Florida. She also holds a journalism degree from The Ohio State University. Amy is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, the second largest nursing organization in the world, and she has served as a guest faculty speaker for the Institute of Patient- and Family-Centered Care. -
Bianca Prieto Writer Bianca Prieto delves into the latest news in public health concerns and product recalls, offering insight into issues related to pharmaceuticals and medical devices that have harmed consumers. She began her journalism career in Denver, later taking a newspaper job in Orlando, Florida, and eventually working in New York City. Throughout these locations, she focused on criminal justice issues and breaking news, garnering local and national awards for her work. Her writing has appeared in prominent publications such as the Los Angeles Times, the Denver Post, the Orlando Sentinel, as well as ConsumerNotice.org. She has also appeared as a guest on Dateline NBC, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace podcast and other true crime television shows. Bianca was recognized as a finalist for the American Society of News Editors’ Distinguished Writing Award for Deadline News Reporting. -
Sophia Clifton Editor Sophia Clifton is an editor for Drugwatch.com. She ensures that the information on our site is accurate, reliable and clear. Her role is to help all readers understand important consumer information — whether or not they have prior medical or legal knowledge. Sophia holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Grove City College in Pennsylvania and is currently completing five courses in health literacy through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She previously worked as an editor for Liftable Media Inc., a digital media company that specializes in news and lifestyle content. -
Kevin Connolly Editor Kevin Connolly joined Drugwatch after 20 years in newspapers, mainly the Orlando Sentinel. He is a watchdog at Drugwatch, where pharmaceutical companies hawking dangerous drugs and device manufacturers selling defective medical products are held accountable. He is a member of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals, the Drug Information Association, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing and Investigative Reporters and Editors. -
Anastasia Climan, RDN, CD-N Editor Anastasia Climan is a registered dietician, certified dietician-nutritionist and editor for Drugwatch.com. She also holds certifications in adolescent and adult weight management and tobacco cessation counseling. Anastasia uses her education and professional expertise to help maintain the quality and accuracy of the information we share. She specializes in general health content, nutrition, wellness and public health. -
Fran Mannino Writer & Editor Fran Mannino is an award-winning writer and editor with more than 25 years’ experience in print and digital journalism. She is passionate about providing readers with the most current and well-researched content on drugs, devices and general health information.
Senior Writer Michelle Llamas describes who makes up the Drugwatch team and how they strive to provide quality resources to readers.
Our Outreach Team
Part of Drugwatch’s mission is to spread awareness about the risks of prescription drugs and medical devices. The outreach coordinators connect with medical organizations and communities and alert them about risky medical products that could hurt people. They accomplish this by developing relationships and providing free resources and information tailored to each organization’s audience.
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Chris Culhane Outreach Coordinator Chris Culhane joined the Drugwatch team in September 2023 as an outreach coordinator. He received his bachelor's in psychology from the University of Central Florida, where he is now in his last semester working toward an MBA. He is also pursuing a Google Data Analytics Certificate. Chris has experience in marketing, market research and data analytics, and he looks to apply his knowledge and skillset to all facets of his work. -
Myrt Price Digital PR Strategist Myrt Price connects journalists with medical, legal and consumer safety experts to help inform the public about the adverse effects of drugs and medical devices. He brings nearly two decades of experience as an award-winning television news reporter, with stints in Memphis, Monroe, LA, Toledo, Dayton, Cleveland, Indianapolis and Orlando. Myrt worked for the State Attorney's Office for Florida's Ninth Judicial Circuit and the Mayor's Office for the City of Cleveland, OH. He earned a broadcast journalism degree from the University of Mississippi.
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