Publishing guides

Submit smarter.

Short, practical guides focused on the decisions trainees and early-career physicians actually face when trying to get legitimate medical research published.

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How to choose a medical journal

A practical framework for scope, article type, indexing, timeline, cost, and career goals.

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Guide

PubMed vs MEDLINE vs PMC

What the three terms mean and why they are not interchangeable.

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How to write a presubmission inquiry

A concise editor-email template and when it is worth sending.

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How to screen out questionable journals

A verification checklist before you submit or pay an APC.

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Guide

Publishing before residency or fellowship applications

How to optimize for fit and timeline without chasing misleading speed claims.

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