Writing skills in academic medicine

Writing for publication is an important part of academic physicians' work life. Many physicians do not write due to time pressure, lack of confidence or skill in their writing, or other barriers. This paper addresses common barriers to writing in order to support and improve writing productiv...

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Main Authors: Sarina Schrager, Mindy Smith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE) 2016-10-01
Series:MedEdPublish
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Online Access:https://www.mededpublish.org/Manuscripts/554
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spelling doaj-6fe74efc6ad54d729c87d31330812b6f2020-11-24T21:26:59ZengAssociation for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE)MedEdPublish2312-79962016-10-0153Writing skills in academic medicineSarina Schrager0Mindy Smith1University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthMichigan State UniversityWriting for publication is an important part of academic physicians' work life. Many physicians do not write due to time pressure, lack of confidence or skill in their writing, or other barriers. This paper addresses common barriers to writing in order to support and improve writing productivity. Specifically, we provide tips on becoming a better writer, managing time, and overcoming procrastination and writers block. We also suggest strategies for institutions to improve the writing productivity of their faculty through writing workshops, visiting writing consultants, and writing groups. https://www.mededpublish.org/Manuscripts/554WritingScholarshipGoal setting
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title Writing skills in academic medicine
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publisher Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE)
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description Writing for publication is an important part of academic physicians' work life. Many physicians do not write due to time pressure, lack of confidence or skill in their writing, or other barriers. This paper addresses common barriers to writing in order to support and improve writing productivity. Specifically, we provide tips on becoming a better writer, managing time, and overcoming procrastination and writers block. We also suggest strategies for institutions to improve the writing productivity of their faculty through writing workshops, visiting writing consultants, and writing groups.
topic Writing
Scholarship
Goal setting
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