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Published in: International Orthopaedics 4/2016

01-04-2016 | Editorial

Attractive papers and accurate English

Authors: Andreas F. Mavrogenis, Andrew Quaile, Marius M. Scarlat

Published in: International Orthopaedics | Issue 4/2016

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Medical writing has a long and distinguished history. It shows the latest considerations about the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, prognosis, practice management, surgical approaches or techniques and much more. Once the privilege of few clinical scholars in the field of orthopaedics, medical writing has recently become a must for career advancement. Writing a scientific paper that will get published is one of the most rewarding achievements in a medical career [1]. However, medical writing should include both medical knowledge and expertise in writing. Moreover, writing medical literature has its own special considerations, with rules and standards; it should be easy to understand, precise and should not confuse the readers. A physician who wants to share his research with colleagues communicates that responsible experience. Yet, some write, while others do not. Those who write gain intellectual stimulation, generate discussion, advance their discipline, enhance their reputation, and/or earn income. Those who do not write claim not having enough time. They blame the assistant or secretarial support, having no mentor or enough knowledge to express. Lack of time for research and writing is an important reason, especially for physicians in private practice. In contrast, lack of secretarial help, collegial support, and research access are not as valid now because of the computers and Internet [24]. …
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Title
Attractive papers and accurate English
Authors
Andreas F. Mavrogenis
Andrew Quaile
Marius M. Scarlat
Publication date
01-04-2016
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
International Orthopaedics / Issue 4/2016
Print ISSN: 0341-2695
Electronic ISSN: 1432-5195
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00264-016-3172-9

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