MedEdPORTAL is a MEDLINE-indexed, open-access journal of teaching and learning resources in the health professions published by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).
Climate and Health Education Collection
The MedEdPORTAL Climate and Health Education Collection provides educators and institutions with peer-reviewed educational innovations to help health care professionals identify, treat, and prevent climate-related health issues while emphasizing equitable care for all patients and communities. Publications in this collection feature educational innovations on key topics, such as health care sector sustainability, climate policy advocacy, and equitable patient care for anyone to adapt and implement.
Author Development Program
The MedEdPORTAL Author Development Program (formerly known as the Faculty Mentor Program) aligns with the journal’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive scholarly community by equipping aspiring medical education scholars with the skills and resources needed to excel in scholarly publishing. Through a combination of expert guidance, curated learning resources, and interactive sessions, this free program empowers authors to refine their educational content, navigate the submission process, and increase their chances of successful publication in MedEdPORTAL.
By participating in the author development program, educators will be able to:
- Develop high-quality submissions aligned with MedEdPORTAL‘s criteria, increasing the likelihood of successful publication.
- Enhance writing skills and other scholarly foundations through curated resources and workshops.
- Gain valuable insights into the MedEdPORTAL submission and editorial process.
- Connect with a supportive community of medical education authors and editors.
Program Offerings
- Interactive Sessions: Author Q&A sessions hosted monthly by coaches and editors create a forum for authors to ask questions, gain practical advice from experts, and build a network of scholarly peers.
- Coaching: Following attendance at the Q&A session, authors may connect with experienced coaches who provide guidance on developing strong educational content that aligns with MedEdPORTAL‘s specific requirements.
- Skill Development Resources: The program curates a range of free and fee-based resources, including workshops, webinars, and tools to enhance authors’ foundational skills for impactful scholarly contributions.