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AMA manual of style: a guide for authors and editors by 
The Chicago manual of style
Health Sciences Literature Review Made Easy by 
Medical Writing by
This book is a clear and comprehensive guide that assists readers in translating observations, ideas, and research into articles, reports, or book chapters ready for publication. For both researchers and practicing physicians, skills in medical writing are essential. Dr. Robert B. Taylor, a distinguished leader in academic medicine, uses a clear, conversational style throughout this book to emphasize the professional and personal enrichment that writing can bring. The text includes in depth instructions for writing and publishing: review articles, case reports, editorials and letters to the editor, book reviews, book chapters, reference books, research protocols, grant proposals, and research reports. This third edition is additionally fully updated to include the intricacies of medical writing and publishing today, with new coverage of: open access, pay to publish and predatory journals, peer review fraud, publication bias, parachute studies, public domain images, and phantom authors. Loaded with practical information, tips to help achieve publication, and real world examples, Medical Writing can improve skills for clinicians, educators, and researchers, whether they are new to writing or seasoned authors.
A Nurse's Step-By-Step Guide to Publishing a Dissertation or DNP Project by 
Presenting Medical Statistics from Proposal to Publication by 
Proposal Writing for Clinical Nursing and DNP Projects by 
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by
2nd copy in Reference.
The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition is the official source for APA Style. With millions of copies sold worldwide in multiple languages, it is the style manual of choice for writers, researchers, editors, students, and educators in the social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, nursing, communications, education, business, engineering, and other fields. Known for its authoritative, easy-to-use reference and citation system, the Publication Manual also offers guidance on choosing the headings, tables, figures, language, and tone that will result in powerful, concise, and elegant scholarly communication. It guides users through the scholarly writing process--from the ethics of authorship to reporting research through publication. The seventh edition is an indispensable resource for students and professionals to achieve excellence in writing and make an impact with their work. The seventh edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect best practices in scholarly writing and publishing. All formats are in full color, with a new tabbed spiral version Improved ease of navigation, with many additional numbered sections to help users quickly locate answers to their questions Resources for students on writing and formatting annotated bibliographies, response papers, and other paper types as well as guidelines on citing course materials Dedicated chapter for new users of APA Style covering paper elements and format, including sample papers for both professional authors and student writers New chapter on journal article reporting standards that includes updates to reporting standards for quantitative research and the first-ever qualitative and mixed methods reporting standards in APA Style New chapter on bias-free language guidelines for writing about people with respect and inclusivity in areas including age, disability, gender, participation in research, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and intersectionality More than 100 new reference examples covering periodicals, books, audiovisual media, social media, webpages and websites, and legal resources More than 40 new sample tables and figures Expanded guidance on ethical writing and publishing practices, including how to ensure the appropriate level of citation, avoid plagiarism and self-plagiarism, and navigate the publication process Guidelines that support accessibility for all users, including simplified reference, in-text citation, and heading formats as well as additional font options
Writing for Publication in Nursing by 
Writing High-Quality Medical Publications by
The imperative to "publish and not perish" has never been more compelling. Yet millions of manuscripts are prepared each year without a clear path to publication by a peer-reviewed medical journal. Enter "The Gutkin Manual." Drawing from the author's distinguished, nearly 30-year career, this comprehensive and supportive guide helps to get your paper accepted--and by the journal of first choice. Elucidating pivotal principles of quality, and biostatistics, and informed by the belief that your writing can be engaging, elegant, and memorable--no matter how technical and complex the subject matter, this volume can be your trustworthy companion as you seek to enhance both the structure and substance of your manuscripts.
Oftentimes you are asked to prepare your CV, but do not have an outline to follow. Below are sample outlines that you can utilize to start formulating your CV.
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Below are select citations pertaining to reference management software. Highlighted citations are available for free via PubMed Central.
Gomis M, Gall C, Brahmi FA (2008). Web-Based Citation Management Compared to EndNote: Options for Medical Sciences. Medical Reference Services Quarterly, 27(3): 260-271.
Hendrix I (2004) RefWorks. J Med Libr Assoc, 92(1): 111–113.
Hensley MK (2011). Citation management software: features and futures. Reference & User Services Quarterly, 50(3): 204-208.
Hicks A (2011). Review of Colwiz. Collaborative Librarianship, 3(3): 183-185.
Mani NS (2007) EndNote X. J Med Libr Assoc, 95(1): 98–100.
Mead TL, Berryman DR (2010) Reference and PDF-manager software: complexities, support and workflow. Medical Reference Services Quarterly, 29(4): 388-393.
Zhang Y (2012) Comparison of select reference management tools. Med Ref Serv Q, 31(1):45-60.
The following documents contain examples of references following the AMA Manual of Style 10th Edition.
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