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Peer Review Is Primary: Presentations, Publications, Promotions, and Practice
Kendall M Campbell1, Edgar Figueroa2, Donna Baluchi3
1Department of Family Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX.
Abstract:
Peer review is primarily thought of as the process used to determine whether manuscripts are published in medical or other academic journals. While a publication may be one outcome of peer review, this article shares a model of 4 Ps to remind faculty of some important additional applications of peer review. The 4 Ps are publication, presentation, promotion, and practice. The medical literature offers few reasons why faculty should get involved in peer review. In this article, we define peer review, illustrate the role of peer review in four important processes, describe how the volume of material to review has changed over time, and share how participation in these processes promotes career advancement. Understanding the peer review process and its benefits can encourage professionals to participate in peer review in any of the four Ps as they recognize the benefits to their discipline and their career.
Insights
Peer review extends beyond journal publication to include presentation, promotion, and practice. Understanding these benefits encourages faculty participation and career advancement in academic and medical fields.
Area of Science:
- Academic Medicine
- Scholarly Communication
Background:
- Peer review is commonly associated with manuscript publication in academic journals.
- Faculty engagement in peer review is often perceived with limited career benefits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a '4 Ps' model (Publication, Presentation, Promotion, Practice) for understanding broader applications of peer review.
- To highlight the career advancement benefits of faculty participation in various peer review processes.
Main Methods:
- Defining the concept and scope of peer review.
- Illustrating the role of peer review across four key professional activities.
- Analyzing changes in the volume of material requiring peer review over time.
Main Results:
- Peer review encompasses publication, presentation, promotion, and practice.
- Participation in these peer review activities offers significant career advancement opportunities.
- The volume of material subject to peer review has increased.
Conclusions:
- Recognizing the multifaceted benefits of peer review can motivate professionals to participate.
- Engaging in peer review across the '4 Ps' supports both disciplinary advancement and individual career progression.
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