Editorial Methodology

At Magpie Diagnostics, we are committed to producing accurate, helpful, and well-researched content. This page explains our editorial process and standards.

Medical Review & Clinical Standards

Magpie Diagnostics publishes Your-Money-or-Your-Life health content, and we hold it to a higher bar than our general process:

• Physician review before publication. All clinical content is developed under the medical oversight of Joseph Anderson, MD, who reviews and approves it for clinical accuracy and currency before it goes live. Nothing publishes automatically.
• Primary literature only. Clinical claims are sourced to peer-reviewed studies, regulatory approvals, and authoritative classification references. We do not reproduce or paraphrase proprietary guideline-vendor recommendation language.
• Eligibility, not advice. Where we describe how a biomarker or finding relates to treatment, we frame it as eligibility for a drug class — never as a recommendation for any individual. This site is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
• We flag what's moving. Diagnostics and biomarker-guided treatment change quickly. We re-verify time-sensitive claims (therapy linkages, classification updates) against current sources and explicitly flag contested or evolving areas.
• Honest uncertainty. We state what the evidence does and does not establish, and we distinguish validated practice from investigational findings.

Our Content Standards

Every article published on Magpie Diagnostics goes through a rigorous editorial process designed to ensure accuracy, relevance, and value for our readers.

Research Phase

Our content begins with thorough research using credible sources including peer-reviewed studies, official guidelines, and expert publications. We prioritize primary sources and verify claims through multiple references.

Writing Process

Our writers create content with the reader's needs as the primary focus. We avoid filler content, ensure logical structure, and maintain a consistent voice appropriate to the subject matter.

Quality Assurance

Before publication, every article undergoes automated and editorial review:

• Factual accuracy: Claims are verified against cited sources
• Readability: Content is clear, well-organized, and accessible
• Technical SEO: Proper structure, metadata, and accessibility
• Originality: Content is original and provides unique value

AI-Assisted Content

Magpie Diagnostics uses AI tools as part of our content creation workflow. Our approach:

• AI assists with research synthesis, drafting, and optimization
• Human editors review, fact-check, and approve all content
• Final editorial judgment rests with our human team
• We continuously refine our processes based on reader feedback

This hybrid approach allows us to maintain high output while ensuring every article meets our quality standards. The goal is always helpful, accurate content that serves our readers' needs.

Updates and Corrections

We regularly review and update our content to ensure ongoing accuracy. When we make significant updates, we note the revision date. If you notice an error or have feedback, we welcome your input.

Our Commitment

Magpie Diagnostics is committed to being a trusted resource in our field. We prioritize:

• Reader value over search rankings
• Accuracy over speed
• Transparency in our methods
• Continuous improvement based on feedback

Last updated: July 2026