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Encouraging Students and Trainees to Write.

Soichiro Saeki¹

¹Center Hospital of the National Center for Global Health and Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.

|February 16, 2023

Summary

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Japanese medical trainees publish fewer papers than international peers, a trend exacerbated by a declining population. Fostering medical writing skills and providing support are crucial for future research output from Japan.

Keywords:

Japan Medical English Medical education Postgraduate Undergraduate

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Scientific Publishing
Public Health

Background:

Japanese medical publications are declining, mirroring a national population decrease.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Japanese medical trainees published significantly fewer papers compared to international counterparts.
This decline in trainee publications poses a challenge to the Japanese medical community.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the underrepresentation of Japanese medical trainees in scientific publications.
To emphasize the benefits of trainee engagement in medical writing for both trainees and the broader medical community.
To propose actionable strategies for enhancing medical writing and publication among Japanese trainees.

Main Methods:

The study is a critical review and analysis of the current state of medical trainee publications in Japan.
It synthesizes observations regarding publication trends during the COVID-19 pandemic.
It proposes a framework for intervention based on established educational and publishing principles.

Main Results:

Japanese medical trainees exhibit a lower publication rate than trainees from other countries.
Trainee publications offer fresh perspectives and aid in disseminating accurate health information.
Engaging in writing enhances trainees' critical thinking and promotes evidence-based medicine.

Conclusions:

Integrating "medical writing" into the curriculum is essential.
Encouraging submissions, providing dedicated time and resources, and offering constructive feedback are vital.
Investing in training medical trainees in writing is crucial for the future of Japanese medical research.