Ethical Considerations for Medical Writers: A Summary
Spanning 240 pages, chapter 5 of the AMA Manual of Style underscores the complexity and importance of ethical considerations in medical writing. Below, we review…
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Figures in Medical Writing: A Review
The second half of Chapter 4 of the AMA Manual of Style deals with Figures. A figure is any graphical display of data, including graphs,…
How Tables Enhance Comprehension
Chapter 4 of the AMA Manual of Style reviews tables and figures. This week, we focus on how tables, when used effectively, can help make…
Referencing Part 2: Books, Websites, and Reports
Chapter 3 of the AMA Manual of Style reviews how to properly reference. Here, we cover the citation and referencing of a scientific j Chapter…
Referencing Journal Articles: Tips and Best Practices
Chapter 3 of the AMA Manual of Style reviews how to properly reference. Here, we cover the citation and referencing of a scientific journal article.…
Structuring Scientific Abstracts and Manuscripts
Chapter 2 of the AMA Manual of Style reviews the components of a scientific manuscript and abstract. A successful article is one that follows both…
Reporting Guidelines: Crafting Strong Scientific Articles
Not all articles are created equal. Chapter 1 of the AMA Manual of Style reviews the different types of articles encountered in a typical scientific…
AMA Manual of Style: From Cover to Shining Cover
My goal this year is to read the AMA Manual of Style from cover to cover. As I do so, I will share the insights…