Beyond the Jargon
Sophisticated simplicity as your superpower in public presentations and communication
Monday, October 27, 2025 | 3 – 4 p.m.
Have you ever tried explaining your research or a disease process to a non-expert friend or family member, only to see their eyes glaze over? You’re not alone.
As health professionals and researchers, we speak in highly specialized languages filled with acronyms, technical terms, and subtle distinctions. While this precision serves us well among peers, it can unintentionally block understanding and connection with others.
Join Dr. Lynora Saxinger for an engaging one-hour session on how to make your message clear, compelling, and relatable without losing scientific accuracy.
Session Highlights
About the Session
Join us for an interactive, example-driven session designed to help you become a more impactful communicator. We’ll dive into practical techniques for preparing and delivering messages that resonate with general audiences.
Whether you're speaking to patients, the media, policymakers, or community groups, you'll learn how to translate complex ideas into clear, accessible stories that connect.
You'll Learn
- Why simplicity builds trust and credibility
- How to identify and replace jargon without losing the depth of your message
- Practical tips for public speaking and media engagement
- Real-world examples of effective science and health communication
Who Should Attend?
- Department of Medicine members, especially those preparing for public lectures, community events or media interviews.
- Members of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry are also welcome to attend.
Director of Scientific Communications, Department of Medicine
Dr. Lynora Saxinger
Dr. Lynora Saxinger serves as the Department of Medicine’s inaugural Director of Scientific Communications, a role dedicated to advancing how faculty, staff, and learners share their academic, research, and clinical expertise with the world. In this position, she advises the Chair and department leadership on communication strategy and faculty development, with a focus on translating complex scientific work into clear, credible, and engaging messages for diverse audiences, from policymakers and media to the public.
Through this portfolio, Dr. Saxinger leads the design of training, workshops, and resources that strengthen scientific communication skills across the department. She provides practical guidance on media engagement, social media professionalism, and public outreach, helping faculty communicate transparently and responsibly while maintaining academic integrity. Her efforts will foster a culture where evidence-based communication and public engagement are integral to academic success.
Working closely with the Internal Engagement Coordinator, Dr. Saxinger will be building sustainable systems and exemplars to support faculty visibility and impact. From media toolkits and social media frameworks to podcast and video initiatives, she will be shaping how the Department of Medicine’s work is shared and celebrated. Through this leadership, she champions the department’s role as a trusted voice in health and science communication, both locally and beyond.
Dr. Saxinger is also a professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases within the Department of Medicine.
Event Details
Date: Monday, October 27, 2025
Time: 3 – 4 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
In person: 2-191 Clinical Sciences Building, ÒÁÈËÖ±²¥. . Limit of 150.
Virtual:
Note: This session will be recorded and may be used for future training.
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