Author Guidelines


1. General Formatting

Manuscripts should be prepared in accordance with the ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors) recommendations.

  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point size.

  • Spacing: 1.5 line spacing.

  • Margins: 2.5 cm (1 inch) margins on all sides.

  • Page Numbers: All pages should be numbered consecutively at the bottom right corner.

  • Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear and concise English. Authors are encouraged to use professional language editing services if needed.

2. Manuscript Types & Limits 

Please adhere to the following limits based on the article type:

Article Type Word Limit Abstract References Tables/Figures
Orginal Research Max 4,000 Structured Max 50 Max 6
Review Article Max 5,000 Unstructured Max 80 Max 8
Case Report Max 1,500 Unstructured Max 15 Max 3
Letter to Editor Max 800 None Max 5 Max 1

 

 

3. Submission Files

Since IJIM uses a double-blind peer review process, authors must submit two separate files:

A. Title Page (Containing Author Details)

This file must include:

  • Full title of the manuscript.

  • Full names, degrees, and institutional affiliations of all authors.

  • Corresponding Author: Name, address, phone number, and e-mail address.

  • ORCID iDs of all authors (Mandatory).

  • Conflict of Interest Statement: Any financial or personal relationships that could be viewed as influencing the work.

  • Funding: Sources of funding for the research.

  • Author Contributions: Briefly describe the contribution of each author (e.g., study design, data analysis, writing).

B. Main Manuscript (Blinded - Anonymous)

This file must not contain any information identifying the authors or their institutions. It should include:

  • Title

  • Abstract

  • Keywords

  • Main Text (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion)

  • References

  • Tables and Figures

4. Manuscript Sections

Abstract

  • The abstract should be structured (for Original Research) with the following sub-headings: Objective, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.

  • It should not exceed 300 words.

Keywords

  • Provide 3 to 6 keywords at the bottom of the abstract page.

  • Keywords should be selected from the MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) database.

Main Text Structure

Original research articles should follow the IMRAD format:

  • Introduction: State the purpose of the study and summarize the rationale.

  • Materials and Methods: Describe the study design, participants, interventions, and statistical analysis in detail. Identify the statistical software used (Name, Version, Manufacturer).

  • Results: Present the findings in logical sequence in the text, tables, and figures. Do not repeat data found in tables within the text.

  • Discussion: Interpret the results and compare them with existing literature. Discuss the limitations of the study.

  • Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and implications.

5. Reporting Guidelines 

Authors are strongly encouraged to use the following guidelines and checklists based on their study design:

  • Randomized Controlled Trials: CONSORT

  • Observational Studies (Cohort, Case-Control, Cross-sectional): STROBE

  • Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses: PRISMA

  • Case Reports: CARE

  • Diagnostic Accuracy Studies: STARD

6. Policy on AI and Large Language Models 

  • Authorship: AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) cannot be listed as authors.

  • Disclosure: Authors must disclose the use of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process in the "Materials and Methods" or "Acknowledgements" section.

7. References (Vancouver Style)

IJIM follows the Vancouver citation style. References should be numbered consecutively in the order in which they are first mentioned in the text (e.g., [1], [2-5]).

Examples:

  • Journal Article: Smith J, Doe A. Innovations in robotic surgery. Int J Innov Med. 2024;10(2):123-130. doi: 10.xxxx/xxxx

  • Book: Author AA. Title of Book. 2nd ed. City: Publisher; Year.

8. Tables and Figures

  • Tables: Must be embedded in the main manuscript file, numbered consecutively (Table 1, Table 2). Each table must have a descriptive title.

  • Figures: Images should be in JPG, PNG, or TIFF format with a minimum resolution of 300 DPI.

  • Figure legends should be listed at the end of the manuscript.

9. Checklist for Submission

Before submitting, please ensure:

  • [ ] Cover letter is attached.

  • [ ] Title page and Main Manuscript are separate files.

  • [ ] All authors have ORCID iDs.

  • [ ] Ethics committee approval is included (name of the committee, date, and decision number).

  • [ ] Conflict of Interest statement is included.

  • [ ] Similarity (Plagiarism) report is uploaded (Max 20% excluding references).