Use this navigator to choose the type of paper you'll develop. Detailed lessons for each paper type (Modules 3–13) are in development. The course page lists the reporting checklist each type uses.
Available Paper Types:
- Case Report (CARE) — Single patient with instructive/novel case.
- Case Series — Multiple similar cases.
- Narrative Review — Educational overview summarizing existing literature.
- Systematic Review / Meta‑analysis — Comprehensive evidence synthesis with PRISMA guidelines.
- Scoping Review — Broad mapping of literature and gaps.
- Survey Study (Cross‑sectional) — Measure prevalence, attitudes, or knowledge via surveys.
- Retrospective Chart Review — Observational study using existing medical records.
- Quality Improvement (QI) Study — Improve processes or outcomes in a healthcare setting.
- Medical Education Research — Evaluate educational interventions or curricula.
- AI/ML Prediction Model Study — Develop or validate machine learning models using secondary data.
- Brief Report / Letter to the Editor — Rapid communication of a focused finding or commentary.
As each module is published, it will give you step-by-step instructions, inclusion and exclusion criteria, research workflow, manuscript templates, and checklists.