MD. Massab Bashir
Top Rated Plus · 97% Job Success Score
Nearly 1,000 Projects Completed
International Research Collaborations

About the Consultant

MD. Massab Bashir

Medical Writer & Publication Consultant

A Medical Physician, PhD Researcher in Immunology, and Publication Consultant with over 10 years of experience helping researchers, clinicians, universities, and healthcare organizations worldwide transform complex scientific data into publication-ready research outputs.

20+ Q1 Publications
97% Job Success
10+ Years Expertise

My Story

Science, Research & the Path to Publication

From clinical medicine to doctoral research to international publication consulting — a career built on one conviction: rigorous research deserves to reach the journals it belongs in.

2013
Medical Degree — Clinical Foundation
Graduated in Medicine and began clinical practice, developing a deep understanding of how evidence guides treatment decisions. The gap between research produced and research published became strikingly clear early in this phase.
2016
PhD Research in Immunology
Began doctoral research in Immunology, mastering advanced evidence synthesis methodologies — systematic reviews, meta-analysis, PRISMA 2020, Cochrane frameworks, and GRADE profiling. Published multiple peer-reviewed articles.
2018
Publication Consulting — First International Clients
Began supporting researchers and clinicians globally with manuscript development, journal strategy, and systematic review methodology. Recognized as Top Rated Plus on Upwork, completing hundreds of projects across biomedical disciplines.
2020
Q1 Journal Milestone — 20+ High-Impact Publications
Crossed the 20+ Q1 publication milestone, supporting projects published in journals including The Lancet, JAMA, BMJ, and other high-impact outlets. Clients include universities, NHS institutions, and private research groups worldwide.
Today
Global Research & Publication Consultancy
Operating a full-spectrum publication consultancy from Islamabad, serving researchers across six continents. Nearly 1,000 projects completed — systematic reviews, meta-analyses, manuscripts, and full end-to-end publication support.

Core Expertise

What I Do — and How I Do It

Every engagement is built on methodological rigour, journal-specific strategy, and a commitment to first-submission acceptance.

01
Systematic Reviews

PROSPERO registration, multi-database literature search, PRISMA 2020-compliant reporting, risk of bias assessment using Cochrane RoB 2.0 and ROBINS-I, and GRADE evidence profiling for clinically meaningful conclusions.

PRISMA 2020CochraneGRADEPROSPERO
02
Meta-Analysis

Statistical pooling using fixed and random-effects models, heterogeneity analysis (I², Cochran's Q), subgroup analyses, sensitivity analyses, publication bias assessment via funnel plots and Egger's test. Executed in RevMan, Stata, and R.

RevManStataRForest Plots
03
Medical Writing

Original research articles, review papers, case reports, editorials, and clinical guidelines written to target journal specifications. ICMJE-compliant authorship and peer-review-ready narrative structure.

ICMJECase ReportsReviews
04
Publication Support

Strategic journal selection based on scope, impact factor, and acceptance likelihood. Cover letter drafting, submission preparation, peer-review response management, and resubmission strategy.

Journal SelectionCover LettersPeer Review
05
Scientific Editing

Substantive editing for structure, argument, and clinical significance. Language editing for clarity and journal-specific tone. Plagiarism review, reference formatting, and figure/table preparation.

SubstantiveCopy EditingAMA/Vancouver
06
Research Methodology

Study design consultation, PICO framework development, sample size calculations, and protocol development for clinical trials, observational studies, and evidence synthesis projects.

PICOStudy DesignProtocols

Qualifications & Recognition

Medical Degree (MD)
Clinical medicine — foundation in evidence-based practice and patient care
PhD Researcher — Immunology
Advanced research methodology, evidence synthesis, and scientific publication
Systematic Review Specialist
PRISMA 2020, Cochrane, GRADE, RevMan, Stata, R — expert-level proficiency
Top Rated Plus — Upwork
97% Job Success Score · Among the top 3% of professionals on the platform
International Collaborations
Clients across six continents — King's College London, Johns Hopkins, Aga Khan University
Nearly 1,000 Projects
Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, manuscripts, and publication support across biomedical disciplines

My Approach

Why Researchers Choose to Work With Me

I combine the scientific rigour of a researcher with the strategic thinking of a publication consultant — focused entirely on getting your work accepted.

01
Methodological Rigour First
Every systematic review and meta-analysis follows PRISMA 2020, Cochrane Handbook, and GRADE standards — the same benchmarks peer reviewers apply.
02
Journal-Specific Strategy
I select and tailor manuscripts to specific journals before submission — scope, style, and structure matched for maximum acceptance probability.
03
End-to-End Ownership
From protocol registration to peer-review response to final acceptance — I stay involved at every stage so nothing falls through the cracks.
04
Transparent, Deadline-Driven
Clear timelines, regular updates, and honest guidance at every step. Your submission deadline is my deadline.
Research consultation
1000+ Projects Completed

Client Testimonials

Trusted by Researchers Around the World

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★★★★★

Massab transformed our 3-year dataset into a Lancet-ready systematic review. His understanding of GRADE evidence profiling is unmatched. We received acceptance on the first submission.

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Dr. Sarah Al-Rashid
Associate Professor, King's College London
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★★★★★

The meta-analysis Massab conducted for our oncology study was statistically rigorous and clinically interpreted with precision. He is our go-to publication support specialist.

JP
Prof. James Park
Clinical Researcher, Johns Hopkins University
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★★★★★

As a busy clinician, I needed someone who could translate complex data into clear, compelling text. Massab's medical writing is exceptional — structured, concise, and peer-review ready.

FK
Dr. Fatima Khan
Consultant Physician, Aga Khan University

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MD. Massab Bashir a medical doctor or PhD researcher?+
No. He holds a foundational medical degree but works exclusively as a Medical Writer and Publication Consultant — not as a treating physician or academic PhD investigator. His role is preparing, analysing, and publishing research on behalf of clinical and academic teams.
What are his professional credentials?+
He is Upwork Top Rated Plus with a 97% Job Success Score, holds a verified ORCID profile (0000-0003-2414-5581), and maintains a public Google Scholar record of peer-reviewed publications spanning pain medicine, aging research, and clinical case reports.
How many papers has he published or contributed to?+
Seven peer-reviewed works across Q1 and indexed journals, including Current Pain & Headache Reports (Springer), Aging and Disease (IF 6.9), Life (MDPI), Cureus, Environmental Monitoring & Assessment (Springer), Journal of Surgical Case Reports (Oxford), and IMCRJ (Dove Press).
What types of research does he work on?+
Systematic reviews, meta-analyses (including network meta-analysis), case reports, original research manuscripts, and scientific editing across clinical and biomedical specialties — from pain medicine to surgery to environmental health.
How can I verify his publication record?+
All publications are indexed and independently verifiable through his ORCID profile and Google Scholar page, both linked on this site.

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