How to submit editorial
Would you like to submit an article for possible publication in The PMFA Journal? We’re always happy to consider submitted editorial, however, we will not be able to guarantee publication and the decision of the editorial board is final. We will need confirmation that the work is all your own and has not been published elsewhere.
A major strength of The PMFA Journal is its unbiased and independent stance, so please be aware that any article submitted must be commercially unbiased and any potentially conflicting interests must be declared.
Please send your idea or editorial submission by email to our Editorial Co-ordinators, Samuel Verdin at samuel@pinpoint-scotland.com or Jennifer Fallon at jennifer@pinpoint-scotland.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Feature article guidelines
General Rules
- The title/outline of article will be agreed between Editor and Contributor.
- All text prepared will be original and will not have been previously published.
- The article will be scheduled to appear in a particular issue but no guarantees can be given in this respect.
- The contribution is non remunerable.
- The Editor reserves the right to alter or amend the contribution. Should any amendments result in drastic alterations to the article the Editor will return the article for reconsideration by the Contributor.
- The Editor’s decision is final and binding. No undue correspondence will be entered into.
- All possible conflicts of interest must be declared.
- Pinpoint Scotland Ltd retains the copyright of any article submitted to the magazine upon author approval of the final proof and publication of the article within the magazine.Pinpoint Scotland Ltd reserve the right to feature any editorial contribution, including photographs, on their current or future websites, digital versions and social media platforms.
Length and details
- Up to 1,500 words with 4-6 illustrations/photos and up to 20 references.
- If different from the above, please advise Editorial Co-ordinator.
- References should be indicated in the text like this [1] and should be listed in the following format: Callear AB,
- Reynolds A, Harry J, Murray PI. Iris crystals in chronic uveitis. Br J Ophthalmol 1999;83(6):703-6.
- Take Home Message – short list of the 4-6 most important points from the article.
- Hot quote from the text.
- Further reading list and website recommendations (optional).
Photos
- All images should be originals. If images have been reproduced from other publications please inform Editorial Co-ordinator as permission must be sought from the original publishers.jpg files at 300dpi.
- Indicate where the picture should be cropped, if necessary.
- Label and include a caption.
Biographical information
- Head & shoulders picture.
- Biodata (full name, qualifications, post held, institution and any other relevant data).
- Correspondence address (email and/or post).
Format of Article to be supplied
- Word document emailed to Samuel Verdin or Jennifer Fallon
Contact Information
Contributions/queries should be sent to:
Samuel Verdin / Jennifer Fallon
The PMFA Journal,
9 Gayfield Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3NT
UK
Tel: +44 (0)131 557 4184
Email:
samuel@pinpoint-scotland.com
jennifer@pinpoint-scotland.com
Please send in by the deadline agreed with Editorial Coordinator.
Guidelines for Case Reports
General rules
- The report should describe a specific patient case, and include the following sections: introduction, case report, discussion and conclusion, supported by references
- The title/outline of report will be agreed between Editor and Contributor.
- All text prepared will be original and will not have been previously published.
- The report will be scheduled to appear in a particular issue but no guarantees can be given in this respect.
- The contribution is non-remunerable.
- The Editor reserves the right to alter or amend the contribution. Should any amendments result in drastic alterations to the report the Editor will return the report for reconsideration by the Contributor.
- The Editor’s decision is final and binding. No undue correspondence will be entered into.
- All possible conflicts of interest must be declared.
- Pinpoint Scotland Ltd retains the copyright of any report submitted to the magazine upon author approval of the final proof and publication of the report within the magazine.
- Any pdf given for approval should not be passed onto any third party.
- Pinpoint Scotland Ltd reserve the right to feature any editorial contribution, including photographs, on their current or future websites, digital versions and social media platforms.
Length and details
Up to 600 words with 2-3 illustrations/photos.
If different from the above, please advise Editorial Coordinator (contact details opposite).
Photos
- All images should be originals. If images have been reproduced from other publications please inform Editorial Coordinator as permission must be sought from the original publishers.
- Patient permission must be acquired where necessary.
- jpg files at 300dpi.
- Indicate where the picture should be cropped, if necessary.
- Label and include a caption.
Biographical information
- Head & shoulders picture.
- Biodata (full name, qualifications, post held, institution and any other relevant data, i.e. areas of professional interest).
- Correspondence email address.
Format of article to be supplied
- Word document emailed to Chris Henson or Jennifer Fallon.
Contact Information
Contributions/queries should be sent to:
Samuel Verdin / Jennifer Fallon
The PMFA Journal,
9 Gayfield Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3NT
UK
Tel: +44 (0)131 557 4184
Email:
samuel@pinpoint-scotland.com
jennifer@pinpoint-scotland.com
Please send in by the deadline agreed with Editorial Coordinator.
Guidelines for ‘How I Do It’ Articles
General rules
- The article should provide a step-by-step guide to a specific procedure, including patient selection, preparation and post-treatment care.
- The title/outline of article will be agreed between Editor and Contributor.
- All text prepared will be original and will not have been previously published.
- The article will be scheduled to appear in a particular issue but no guarantees can be given in this respect.
- The contribution is non remunerable.
- The Editor reserves the right to alter or amend the contribution. Should any amendments result in drastic alterations to the article the Editor will return the article for reconsideration by the Contributor.
- The Editor’s decision is final and binding. No undue correspondence will be entered into.
- All possible conflicts of interest must be declared.
- Pinpoint Scotland Ltd retains the copyright of any article submitted to the magazine upon author approval of the final proof and publication of the article within the magazine.
- Any pdf given for approval should not be passed onto any third party.
- Pinpoint Scotland Ltd reserve the right to feature any editorial contribution, including photographs, on their current or future websites, digital versions and social media platforms.
Length and details
Up to 600 words with 2-3 illustrations/photos.
If different from the above, please advise Editorial Coordinator (contact details opposite).
Photos
- All images should be originals. If images have been reproduced from other publications please inform Editorial Coordinator as permission must be sought from the original publishers.
- jpg files at 300dpi.
- Indicate where the picture should be cropped, if necessary.
- Label and include a caption.
Biographical information
- Head & shoulders picture.
- Biodata (full name, qualifications, post held, institution and any other relevant data, i.e. areas of professional interest).
- Correspondence address (email and/or post).
Format of article to be supplied
- Word document emailed to Chris Henson.
Contact Information
Contributions/queries should be sent to:
Samuel Verdin / Jennifer Fallon
The PMFA Journal,
9 Gayfield Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3NT
UK
Tel: +44 (0)131 557 4184
Email:
samuel@pinpoint-scotland.com
jennifer@pinpoint-scotland.com
Please send in by the deadline agreed with Editorial Coordinator.
