JAMA Network JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery : The JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Editorial Fellowship Experience
Oct 16, 2025
Two fellows share their transformative experiences in an editorial fellowship focused on otolaryngology. They reveal surprising aspects of editorial work, like strategic planning and collaborative meetings. Their aspirations for the coming year include serving as reviewing editors and developing educational resources. They also offer valuable advice for prospective applicants, highlighting how the fellowship sharpened their writing, research skills, and professional networking.
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Seeing The Editorial Side Changes Perspective
- Editorial work reveals the hidden side of manuscript publication and improves research perspective.
- Peter Dixon says understanding editorial processes strengthens how you approach submissions and peer review.
Fellowship Demystifies The 'Black Box'
- The fellowship demystifies manuscript handling and makes trainees better researchers.
- Melina Windon emphasizes that seeing the 'black box' improves study design and reporting.
Frequent Meetings Fuel Rigorous Review
- Editorial teams meet frequently and invest significant time in manuscript review and cross-disciplinary learning.
- Peter Dixon was surprised by the biweekly meetings and the depth of editorial discussion.