JAMA Network JAMA Internal Medicine : The JAMA Internal Medicine Editorial Fellowship Experience
Aug 18, 2025
Three editorial fellows share their transformative experiences at a leading internal medicine journal. They delve into the challenges and rewards of the fellowship, highlighting personal growth and teamwork. The impact on their writing and understanding of scientific literature is profound, showcasing the importance of clear communication in medical contexts. They also reflect on honing research skills and the value of strong editorial processes. Friendships formed during the fellowship contribute to a richer understanding of the medical field.
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Manage Weekly Editorial Workflow
- Handle manuscripts asynchronously while attending two fixed weekly meetings to stay on top of workload.
- Use mentorship and fellows sessions to learn editorial decision-making and publishing topics quickly.
Use Mentorship To Learn Editorial Judgment
- Consult your assigned mentor on every triaged manuscript to learn editorial principles and decision-making.
- Use mentor feedback to develop a consistent approach for deciding what readers will find valuable.
Editorial Writing Shapes Scientific Conversation
- Writing editor's notes sharpens the ability to distill a manuscript's key message for a broad audience.
- This work lets fellows shape the conversation around papers beyond traditional research formats.