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Writing a scientific paper

¹Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of the West Indies, Barbados.

The West Indian Medical Journal

|December 1, 1995

Summary

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This guide offers a practical framework for structuring scientific research papers for medical journals. It details the conventional format, from introduction to discussion, to enhance publication success.

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Area of Science:

Scientific Communication
Medical Writing

Background:

Medical and scientific writing encompasses diverse forms.
A structured approach is crucial for effective research dissemination.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a practical methodology for writing research projects.
To guide authors in adhering to conventional formats for medical and scientific journals.

Main Methods:

The paper outlines the established structure of scientific papers.
Key sections include Introduction (Why), Methods (Who, when, where, how), and Results (What).

Main Results:

The Discussion section is proposed to have three parts: explanation of results, disputation, and disquisition (implications).

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Guidelines are provided for initiating the writing process.

Conclusions:

Following this approach can increase the likelihood of a research paper being published and read.
Effective scientific writing is essential for advancing medical knowledge.