Expert guides on medical research & publication for medical professionals
The full path from a clinical question to a submitted manuscript: protocol, ethics committee approval, patient consent, data collection, analysis and IMRaD writing.
Original Research EthicsThree or more patients, done properly. Consent, de-identification, structure and why a case series counts for NMC promotion when a single case report does not.
Case Series Publication GuideWhat you may and may not do with AI tools: journal policies, patient data confidentiality, hallucinated references and where the ethical line actually sits.
AI and Ethics Research IntegrityWhere the disclosure goes, what counts as declarable use, and six ready to adapt statements for language editing, drafting, translation and screening.
AI and Ethics SubmissionThe ICMJE authorship criteria, what help is legitimate, what is ghostwriting, and how to recognise a paper mill before it costs you a retraction.
Research Integrity AuthorshipWhat each author position means, what contribution justifies it, how the CRediT taxonomy works, and which positions actually count for NMC promotion.
Authorship Career GrowthYour CV needs strategy, not just volume. A career-stage-wise publication plan, from PG resident to Professor, aligned with NMC TEQ 2024 rules.
Career Growth Publication GuideCase reports and narrative reviews DON'T count for NMC promotion. We read the full Draft TEQ 2024 so you don't have to. Here's exactly what you need at each designation level.
NMC Guidelines PromotionCase report or meta-analysis? Every type of medical publication ranked by evidence level, with practical advice on which one to write based on your career stage.
Publication Guide Career GrowthConfused between scoping and systematic reviews? Learn the key differences, the PRISMA-ScR framework, and when each type is the better choice for your research.
Review Articles Research MethodsCross-sectional, case-control, cohort, or RCT? Learn which study design fits your research question and avoid common methodology mistakes that lead to rejection.
Research Methods BeginnersConfused by Scopus, PubMed, DOAJ, and UGC-CARE? Learn which indexes NMC actually accepts, how to verify indexing, and the common mistakes that cost promotions.
NMC Guidelines Journal SelectionStuck at the IEC stage? Learn when ethics approval is needed, which studies are exempt, and practical tips for getting approval faster.
Research Ethics BeginnersNo primary data? No PRISMA needed? Narrative reviews are one of the most accessible paths to publication. Learn how to structure and publish one.
Review Articles Publication GuideJournal selection can make or break your publication. Learn how to match your paper to the right journal using impact factor, indexing, and scope analysis.
Journal Selection Publication GuideBeen waiting years for promotion? Learn how to get NMC-compliant publications in 30 days and finally become Associate Professor.
Career Growth PromotionEverything you need to know about NMC's publication requirements for promotion. Valid indexes, authorship rules, and accepted article types.
NMC Guidelines PromotionStruggling with thesis while managing 36-hour duties? Practical tips for completing your MD/MS thesis on time.
Thesis Writing PG StudentsDNB in a private hospital without academic support? Navigate NBE requirements, ethics approval, and thesis completion.
DNB Thesis WritingYou see interesting cases daily. Learn how to turn them into publications without taking time away from your practice.
Private Practice Case ReportsAPICON, ISOACON coming up? Complete guide to abstract writing, poster design, and oral presentations.
Conference PosterNew to research? A beginner-friendly guide to publishing your first paper as a fresh MBBS or junior resident.
Beginners Research BasicsPublishing in predatory journals won't count for NMC and can harm your reputation. Learn to identify and avoid them.
Predatory Journals Career SafetyYour thesis is a goldmine waiting to be published. Learn how to convert it into a journal article efficiently.
Thesis PublicationNo primary data? Meta-analysis lets you publish by analyzing existing studies. Complete guide with PRISMA guidelines.
Meta-Analysis Research MethodsConfused by p-values and confidence intervals? A beginner-friendly guide to choosing the right statistical tests.
Statistics Research MethodsCase reports are the easiest way to start publishing. Learn the structure, consent requirements, and submission tips.
Case Reports Publication Guide