How to write a manuscript.
BACKGROUND
Writing a scientific manuscript is an important component of academic medicine. For most novice writers, this task may seem quite formidable.


CONCLUSIONS
This article will review the basic processes of writing a manuscript, with emphasis on the proper structure and organization of the article. The likelihood of a manuscript being accepted is highly dependent on its content and structure. A structured outline is the cornerstone of a successful manuscript.


CONCLUSIONS
The current article presents the tools necessary for writing a successful manuscript.
Singer
Adam J
AJ
Department of Emergency Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York 11794-7400, USA.
Hollander
Judd E
JE
D006801:Humans; D020452:Journalism / Q000592:standards*; D008373:Manuscripts as Topic; D017712:Peer Review, Research; D014956:Writing