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Publishing non-research papers as a trainee: a recipe for beginners
1Addiction Psychiatry, Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Trust, Birmingham, B37 7UR, England. sanju.george@talk21.com
Singapore Medical Journal
|August 28, 2009
Summary
This guide offers practical strategies for trainee doctors to publish non-research papers, even without prior publication experience. It aims to help novice medical researchers overcome barriers to publication.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Scholarly Publishing
- Academic Medicine
Background:
- Increasing pressure on medical trainees and junior doctors to publish scholarly work.
- Limited opportunities for all trainees to engage in and publish original research.
- Need for accessible guidance on non-original research publication for novice researchers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide practical, actionable tips for trainee doctors on publishing non-research papers.
- To support novice researchers in navigating the publication process.
- To offer strategies for increasing scholarly output beyond original research.
Main Methods:
- Review and compilation of practical strategies for manuscript preparation and submission.
- Focus on non-research paper types suitable for trainees.
- Guidance on identifying suitable publication venues and navigating the submission process.
Main Results:
- A framework of practical tips for trainee doctors to publish non-research papers.
- Strategies applicable to novice researchers with limited or no prior publications.
- Identification of common challenges and solutions in publishing non-research articles.
Conclusions:
- Trainee doctors can successfully publish non-research papers by employing practical strategies.
- The guidance provided aims to facilitate scholarly engagement for early-career physicians.
- Accessible publication pathways exist for trainees beyond traditional original research.
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