AMA Manual of Style
AMA Manual of Style
The AMA Manual of Style is a guide for authors and editors that is published by the American Medical Association. It is used primarily in the field of medicine and health care to ensure that written material is presented in a clear and consistent manner.
Pronunciation
The AMA Manual of Style is pronounced as "A-M-A Manual of Style".
Etymology
The term "AMA Manual of Style" is derived from the name of its publisher, the American Medical Association (AMA). The word "manual" comes from the Latin word "manualis", meaning "handbook", and "style" is derived from the Latin word "stilus", meaning "a distinctive manner of expression".
Related Terms
- American Medical Association: The professional organization that publishes the AMA Manual of Style.
- Medical writing: The process of creating written material that is related to medicine and health care.
- Style guide: A set of standards for writing and designing content.
- Citation: A reference to a published or unpublished source.
- Bibliography: A list of the books, articles, and other sources used in writing a paper or article.
Usage
The AMA Manual of Style is used by authors, editors, and publishers in the medical field to ensure that their written material is clear, consistent, and properly cited. It provides guidelines on a wide range of topics, including grammar, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviations, citation style, and ethical and legal issues related to medical writing.
Importance
The AMA Manual of Style is considered the authoritative guide for medical writing. It helps to ensure that medical information is presented in a clear and consistent manner, which is essential for effective communication in the field of medicine. By following the guidelines in the AMA Manual of Style, authors and editors can help to ensure that their work is accurate, professional, and easy to understand.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on AMA Manual of Style
- Wikipedia's article - AMA Manual of Style
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