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Content Review Process for Indian Transplant Newsletter
Indian Transplant Newsletter follows a robust review policy, the newsletter ensures that it publishes accurate, ethical, and high-quality content that readers can trust. The policy is regularly evaluated to maintain high standards over time. Below, we outline our processes and requirements in detail.
- All articles and content are reviewed by at least two qualified professionals before publication
- Reviewers are required to have relevant expertise in the subject matter of the article
- Reviewers assess articles for medical accuracy, clinical relevance, and adherence to current evidence-based guidelines
- Any claims or recommendations require to be supported by peer-reviewed research citations
- Reviewers may suggest revisions or request additional sources to support key points
Conflict of Interest
- All authors and reviewers are to disclose any potential conflicts of interest
- Content is not allowed to promote specific products, medications, or services
- Any industry funding or support for research cited is clearly disclosed
Editorial Standards
- We use plain language accessible to a general medical and non-medical audience
- Provide balanced coverage of controversial topics, presenting multiple viewpoints
- Clearly distinguish between fact and opinion
- Use proper citations for all statistics and research findings
- Adhere to appropriate medical terminology and nomenclature
Corrections Policy
- Promptly issue corrections for any factual errors in subsequent issue
- Maintain an errata section to document all corrections (create one)
- Allow reader feedback and comments on articles
Regular Review
- We conduct an annual review of the newsletter's editorial policies and procedures
- We solicit feedback from readers and advisory board on content quality and relevance
- Stay up-to-date on best practices for medical publishing and update policies as needed
Advisory Board
- Maintain an advisory board of medical experts to provide oversight and guidance
- Rotate advisory board membership periodically to bring in fresh perspectives