On Writing

​”The skills Ms. Clandos developed through her work in journalism allowed her to take a topic, research it thoroughly, and assemble her knowledge in a very effective fashion. Even for highly technical topics, she was able to gain a solid understanding in a short time. For the areas she is particularly interested in, including the nature of effective learning strategies and how these can be applied to various topics in rehabilitation, she is an expert of a different sort. She has read widely and thought carefully about these areas and can contribute effectively from the outset.” Don M. Tucker, Ph.D., CEO and chief scientist at Electrical Geodesics, professor at University of Oregon and fellow of the National Academy of Inventors

“She is enthusiastic, fun to work with, easily incorporates suggestions, and intent on focusing and producing a great product. She produced concise and accurate information which required learning about and synthesizing information from multiple sources.” McCaw, M.D., medical director, Kaiser Permanente, Northern California Family Violence Prevention Program

“Rosie is an exceptional writer and editor whose performance consistently exceeds expectations. For that reason, Rosie has been our trusted partner for writing cancer patient stories. She approaches her story assignments with great care and professionalism; our patients and physicians regularly report that Rosie brought joy to their day.

“Most notably, Rosie served as the head writer for our bi-annual cancer patient and family magazine, Journey Forward. In this role, Rosie developed our editorial calendar, interviewed subject matter experts, wrote articles and edited the magazine, which was delivered to nearly 20,000 homes.

“Rosie’s responsibilities grew in 2022 to include writing and editing our weekly healthy eating column in the Detroit Free Press, where she worked with our head dietitian to promote healthy recipes. It was one of the most popular columns in the paper. Additionally, we have regularly called on Rosie’s expertise for a long list of writing projects: press releases, web content, newspaper editorials and referring physician brochures.” Krista Hopson Boyer, manager, Digital Content Strategy, Henry Ford Health

On Reporting

“Her reporting ability is that of a dogged veteran, someone who sifts through information and draws the correct conclusions from that reporting. In several stories, she’s taken complex scientific information and made it understandable to a lay audience.” Ray Locker, editor Los Angeles Times

“Greatest response we have ever received from a newspaper article.” Sylvia Taylor, executive director, Ombudsman Program, Long Term Care Services of Ventura County

“Rosemary’s nutrition columns are of the highest quality. They’ve been a wonderful, positive addition to our Food section. Readers remember her columns.” Steve Cagle, editor Ann Arbor News

On Teaching

“Rosie has a unique perspective toward learning, a wonderfully interactive style, and an extremely caring attitude about and toward her students.” Sheryl Berman, Ph.D., dean of Health Professions, Lane Community College

“Rosie has a way of engaging her audience that is both entertaining and educational.” Jacki Dyck-Jones, Ph.D., president, American Medical Writers Association, Southwest Chapter

“Excellent presentation, useful information.” Eleanor Long, M.S.P.H., health educator coordinator, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

“Excellent speaker on the business of freelance journalism. Lots of information with great humor, unassuming nature in the face of success.” Jim Hudson, Medical Writing Associates

“Motivated professional, dynamic speaker. Ms. Clandos connected with the students.” Karima Haynes, adjunct professor at Biola University and reporter for the Los Angeles Times

​“Data show that 100 percent of her students who took the HiSet [High School Equivalency Test] writing test passed it.” Wyvonne Carter-Stevens, director of adult education and employment, St. Mary’s Women’s Learning Center

Thank you for taking the time to review these recommendations. If you’re looking for an experienced writer, reporter, editor, or instructor who can communicate complex ideas with clarity and accuracy, I’d welcome the opportunity to connect with you. Email RosemaryClandos@gmail.com