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An international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to improving the quality of care by publishing high-quality science for emergency medicine and related medical specialties. It publishes original research, clinical reports, opinion, and educational information related to the practice, teaching, and research of emergency medicine.
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Subject
Emergency Medicine
Impact Factor
5
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Hybrid
ISSN
0196-0644
eISSN
1097-6760
Invitation Only
No
Submission Instructions
Annals of Emergency Medicine accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Original Research
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. The abstract must be 250 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Original Research manuscripts must not exceed 3,250 words. Research manuscripts must use a structured format with subheadings, including Introduction headings of Background, Importance, and Goals of This Investigation, logical sequential headings in Methods and Results, no separate Conclusion section, and the conclusion appended as the last paragraph of the Discussion. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Original Research manuscripts may include up to 7 tables and/or figures. Tables and figures must be self-explanatory with legends, numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text, and tables must follow AMA style.
Reviews
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be 250 words or less. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Manuscript must use a structured format with subheadings and elements, and it must not include a separate conclusion section because the conclusion must appear as the last paragraph of the Discussion. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and include self-explanatory legends.
Brief Research Reports
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. The abstract must be 250 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
The manuscript must not exceed 1,750 words. The manuscript must use a structured format with section subheadings, and the conclusion must be included as the last paragraph of the Discussion rather than as a separate section. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
The manuscript may include no more than 15 references. References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
The manuscript may include up to 4 tables and/or figures. Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and include legends that make them self-explanatory.
Clinical Review Articles
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Clinical Review Articles must include a narrative abstract.
Manuscript
Clinical Review Articles must not exceed 4,000 words. Clinical Review Articles must not combine a case report with the review. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be self-explanatory, numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text, and include legends.
Systematic Reviews / Meta-Analyses / Scoping Reviews
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be narrative.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 4,000 words. The manuscript must use a structured format with logical section subheadings, must not include a separate conclusion section, and must place the conclusion as the last paragraph of the Discussion. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of first mention in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
The submission may include up to 7 figures or tables. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in order of first mention and include legends that make them self-explanatory.
Randomized Controlled Trials
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Manuscript must use a structured format with subheadings, include Introduction sections labeled Background, Importance, and Goals of This Investigation, Methods sections with logical subheadings including Study design and setting, Selection of Participants, Interventions, Measurements, Outcomes, and Analysis, Results sections with logical subheadings including Characteristics of study subjects and Main results, and place the conclusion as the last paragraph of the Discussion rather than as a separate section. The title must include the phrase "randomized controlled trial" and the submission may include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
A figure summarizing participant flow through the trial must be included.
Chart Reviews
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be 250 words or less. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Chart Reviews must comply with Gilbert. Ann Emerg Med 1996;27:305-308 and should use trained and monitored abstractors, explicit protocols, precisely defined variables, standardized abstraction instruments, interrater agreement assessment, and blinding of abstractors when possible. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and include self-explanatory legends.
Observational Studies
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Research manuscripts must use a structured format with subheadings, and the conclusion must appear as the last paragraph of the Discussion rather than as a separate section. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be self-explanatory with legends, be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text, and tables must follow AMA style.
Studies On Diagnostic Tests
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested regarding conflicts of interest or prior publication in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be 250 words or less. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
The manuscript must use a structured format with subheadings, including Introduction sections labeled Background, Importance, and Goals of This Investigation; Methods sections with logical subheadings; Results sections with logical subheadings; and a conclusion appended as the last paragraph of the Discussion rather than as a separate section. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be self-explanatory with legends, numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text, and additional tables or figures may be placed in a web-only appendix when needed.
Basic Science Studies
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be 250 words or less. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Research manuscripts must use a structured format with subheadings, including an Introduction with Background, Importance, and Goals of This Investigation, Methods, Results, and a Discussion whose final paragraph contains the conclusion rather than a separate conclusion section. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be self-explanatory with legends, numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text, and additional tables or figures may be placed in a web-only appendix when needed.
Clinical Reports
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be 250 words or less. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Research manuscripts must use a structured manuscript format, and the conclusion must appear as the last paragraph of the Discussion rather than as a separate section. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and include self-explanatory legends.
Research Letters
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required.
Abstract
Abstract must not be included.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 700 words. Manuscript must use the headings Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion without subheadings, and the Discussion must begin with comments on the study limitations. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
No more than 6 references are permitted. References must use AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of first mention and formatted with 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
No more than 2 tables and figures total are permitted. Tables and figures must be self-explanatory, include legends, and be numbered consecutively in order of first mention.
Case Reports
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 1,500 words. Manuscript must include an introduction, a narrative, and a discussion focused on the implications of the case, and it must not include a detailed literature review. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References are limited to 15. References must be in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of first mention and formatted using 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Case Reports may include up to 2 figures. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned and include self-explanatory legends.
Correspondence (Letters To The Editor)
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Correspondence must not exceed 500 words. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
Correspondence may include up to 5 references. References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and list 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must include legends that make them self-explanatory.
Clinical Decision Rules
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must clarify any special circumstances and provide any additional explanation requested in the standard submission questions.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Study hypothesis or Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript
Clinical Decision Rules manuscripts should be performed and reported in compliance with the methodologic standards for interpreting clinical decision rules in emergency medicine: 2014 update. Include no more than 5 keywords.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in the order first mentioned in the text and use 3 authors followed by "et al".
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be self-explanatory and able to stand alone and still be understood.
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4 days from submission to first decision.
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A cover letter is required and should clarify special circumstances and provide any additional explanation regarding prior publication or conflicts of interest.
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Trauma and Emergency Care Studies
Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation
Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies
Healthcare Policy and Management
Disaster Response and Management
Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
Ultrasound in Clinical Applications
Poisoning and overdose treatments
Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular Disturbances
Trauma Management and Diagnosis
Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management
Human auditory perception and evaluation
Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment
Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
Acute Myocardial Infarction Research
Injury Epidemiology and Prevention
Radiology practices and education
Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
Innovations in Medical Education
Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias