J Korean Med Sci.  2024 Sep;39(37):e296. 10.3346/jkms.2024.39.e296.

LETter To the EditoR Standards (LETTERS): Considerations for Authors, Reviewers, and Editors

• Benlidayi IC
• Gupta L

• KMID: 2559782
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3346/jkms.2024.39.e296

Abstract

Correspondence in the form of letters to the editor serves multiple scholarly purposes, including critiquing previously published articles, engaging in discourse with other correspondents, commenting on the journal's structure or style, and contributing insights for future publications. The composition of such letters warrants meticulous attention, as they play a crucial role in fostering communication between the journal and its readership. Adherence to specific principles is essential in crafting an effective letter to the editor. These communications should be concise, lucid, and adhere to a professional tone. The content should be constructive in nature and substantiated by rigorous scientific evidence and appropriate citations. The structure of a letter to the editor typically encompasses several key components: a title, an opening section, the main body of the correspondence, a closing statement, and a list of references. This article aims to establish Letter to the Editor Standards as a comprehensive guide for authors, reviewers, and editorial boards, thereby enhancing the quality and impact of this crucial form of academic discourse.

Keyword

Medical Writing; Letter; Correspondence as Topic