Transform Dense Documents with the Plain Language App

Meet Lucas, a Clinical Research Coordinator at a hospital network. He compiles lengthy medical briefs loaded with jargon and technical details. Patients, administrators, and even some clinicians struggle to understand the dense language. With the Plain Language App, Lucas applies the “Rewrite text” feature to reshape complex paragraphs into concise, easily digestible insights.

The Challenge: Enhancing Clarity in Medical Communications

Lucas was tasked with preparing a comprehensive study on new pain management protocols. The documentation needed to:

• Simplify intricate medical terminology for a broader audience.
• Ensure the information remains accurate and evidence based.
• Present complex data in a clear and structured manner.

How the Plain Language App Simplifies Complex Writing

Step 1: Submit Text for Rewriting

Lucas accessed Microsoft Teams and clicked on "View Prompts." He then selected Rewrite text, which pre-populated the prompt:

Rewrite text

Lucas must then paste or type the content requiring rewriting into the prompt. Below is an example of content that needs rewriting:

Our department’s annual clinical study evaluates multiple pharmacological interventions for chronic pain management. The technical descriptions of these interventions, particularly the experimental drug formulations with intricate dosage requirements, are detailed to an extent that assumes prior pharmacological expertise. Can you retain the advanced terminology and include statistical jargon, such as standard deviations, confidence intervals, and p-values, even though the primary audience includes non-specialists like patient advocates and administrators?

Step 2: Request Simplification of Specific Elements

To refine the rewritten text, Lucas asked:

Can you confirm if the inclusion of statistical jargon and technical descriptions aligns with the objective of making the study accessible to non-specialists like patient advocates?

Step 3: Ensure Professional Clarity

Once the text was rewritten, Lucas followed up with:

Now that the revised text balances technical accuracy with accessibility, can you ensure it is polished for professional review? Please confirm by replying in the following format:
Assessment: [Your assessment of the text’s readiness]
Recommendations: [Any further suggestions for improvement, if applicable]

Watch the 'Rewrite text' prompt in action:

Why This Matters

By leveraging the Plain Language App, Lucas:

• Delivers medical information that resonates with varied audiences.
• Maintains scientific rigor while improving overall readability.
• Gains efficiency by automating the rewrite process, saving time for strategic tasks.

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