About us

collaborative | multidisciplinary | storytellers

Curious and collaborative, we use left-brain planning and right-brain artistry to develop unique healthcare communications. Specializing in medical and scientific illustration, writing, marketing, advertising, media outreach, Web design and social media, we help clients develop the right message for the right audience.

Glia Media is a division of the Mayfield Clinic, a leading neurosurgery practice in Cincinnati, Ohio. Our creative team is a full-service marketing and design studio, with expertise in the topics of spine and brain surgery, neuroscience, otolaryngology, and neuroradiology. We work across a broad spectrum of healthcare and science industries, including biotech, hospital, academia, pharma, medical-legal, advertising, and publishing. We are medical writers, journalists, public relations specialists, web designers, branding and business strategists, and medical illustrators.

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Tonya Hines, CMI

Tonya is a board-certified medical illustrator and art director. She has 30 years of experience in biomedical communications, health literacy, patient education, and academic publication. Tonya is a Past President of the Association of Medical Illustrators.

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Tom Rosenberger, APR

Tom is a healthcare communications and business development professional. His 30+ years of experience in marketing and media strategy includes work at Procter & Gamble, Good Samaritan Hospital, the American Cancer Society, and the University of Cincinnati.

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Jillian Thompson

Jillian has held a variety of healthcare positions throughout her career and brings that experience to her role in project logistics, event planning, marketing, and fulfillment.

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Kathy Brady

Kathy has been with our team for over 20 years and has special expertise in corporate communications, internal campaigns, esprit d'corps, and logistics.

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Martha Headworth, MS

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Martha is a medical illustrator and designer. She has developed medical visuals and elegant designs for marketing campaigns and brand strategies for over 20 years. Martha is a member of the Association of Medical Illustrators.

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Bill Jacobs

Bill is a multimedia professional with more than 25 years of experience in video, web design, social media and interactive production. Bill has worked for clients such as Procter & Gamble, Quaker State, Purdue University, and NIOSH.

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Mary Kemper

Mary is an AMWA-certified medical writer and editor. She has over 25 years experience in journal publication and peer-review management. Mary is a member of the American Medical Writers Association.

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Christa McAlpin

Christa is a marketing and public relations specialist. She has over 15 years experience in event planning, program development, CME, exhibit/grant applications, and budget management. She also has experience in webinar development and online education.

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Cliff Peale, MA

Cliff Peale is an experienced communications professional who is committed to driving business results through disciplined core messaging and dedication to an organization's mission and vision. He worked for 25 years as a reporter for the Cincinnati Post, Cincinnati Enquirer and Cincinnati.com, effectively using video, social media and other platforms. He has directed executive communications at two large organizations, Mercy Health and Miami University.

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Lindsay Finton

Lindsay is a physician liaison who is well-versed in the complexities health providers face trying to contain costs while increasing patient quality outcomes. Her diverse market knowledge combined with her research analysis experience, results in identifying a unique communication strategy that directly impacts your organizational growth.