AMA Manual of Style

A guide for authors and editors in the medical and scientific fields

The AMA Manual of Style is a comprehensive guide for authors and editors in the medical and scientific fields. It is published by the American Medical Association and provides guidelines on writing, editing, and publishing scholarly works in the health sciences.

History

The first edition of the AMA Manual of Style was published in 1962. Since then, it has undergone several revisions to accommodate changes in the field of medical publishing and advancements in technology. The most recent edition, the 11th, was released in 2020.

Content

The AMA Manual of Style covers a wide range of topics essential for medical writing and publishing. These include:

Writing and Editing

The manual provides detailed instructions on grammar, punctuation, and style specific to medical writing. It emphasizes clarity, precision, and consistency in scientific communication.

References and Citations

Guidelines for citing sources and creating bibliographies are a key component of the manual. It outlines the proper format for various types of references, including journal articles, books, and electronic sources.

Ethical and Legal Considerations

The manual addresses ethical issues in publishing, such as authorship criteria, conflicts of interest, and plagiarism. It also provides guidance on legal considerations, including copyright and permissions.

Visual Presentation

Instructions on the use of tables, figures, and other visual elements are included to ensure that data is presented clearly and effectively.

Use in Medical Publishing

The AMA Manual of Style is widely used by authors, editors, and publishers in the medical and scientific communities. It serves as a standard reference for preparing manuscripts for submission to medical journals and other scholarly publications.

Related pages

• American Medical Association
• Scientific writing
• Medical journal
• Peer review

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  Cover of the 11th edition of the AMA Manual of Style