A doctor did not know how to cite and reference for an article he had written. Such a lacuna in training is scary
An interesting experience: A few months back I got a request from a doctor who had studied in India. He is now working in another country. He had written an article and this was the first time he had attempted to write for a journal. He asked if I would read it and tell him about any improvements needed. I told him that I would not be able to comment on the content. But I offered to help with the technical areas and formats. He was happy with my offer to help. What did I do? I read the article.…