We are delighted to highlight a major new publication by one of our former presidents, Prof. Abe Fingerhut: Surgeons’ Guide to Medical Writing, now available on Amazon in both print and electronic formats.
A Comprehensive Resource for Surgical Authors
Medical writing is a core skill for any surgeon engaged in research, yet it is rarely taught systematically. This book sets out to change that. Rather than focusing solely on the mechanics of writing, Surgeons’ Guide to Medical Writing addresses both the why and the how of publishing — from understanding what drives the decision to publish, to crafting precise, informative messages that resonate with readers.
The book is carefully structured to reflect the full journey of a scientific publication. Connections between ideas across chapters are cross-referenced in the print version and hyperlinked in the electronic edition, making it a genuinely integrated reference rather than a collection of standalone chapters.
What the Book Covers
The 21 chapters span every stage of the writing and publishing process, with contributions from leading surgical researchers and editors from around the world:
- Choosing the right journal and understanding where to publish
- Reporting guidelines (EQUATOR network) and ethics in publishing
- Language, writing style, and conciseness
- Critical appraisal and how to read a paper
- Peer review and the composition of different study types
- The IMRAD structure (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion)
- Tables, figures, and reference lists
- Statistical concepts, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses
- Abstract writing, dealing with rejection, and responding to reviewers
- Considerations for non-native English-speaking authors
- Publishing metrics, open access, and predatory journals
- Research integrity and the use of artificial intelligence
- Leveraging the internet and social media for surgical research
- Grant writing for junior surgeons
Relevant to Every Stage of a Surgical Career
Whether you are preparing your first manuscript or refining your approach as an experienced academic surgeon, this book offers practical, evidence-based guidance at every level. The chapter on grant writing for junior surgeons is particularly valuable for early-career EAES members looking to establish their research profile, while more senior colleagues will find the sections on publishing metrics, open access, and AI in scientific integrity highly timely.
About the Author
Prof. Abe Fingerhut is a distinguished figure in European surgery and a former president of the EAES. He has been a leading voice in surgical education and evidence-based practice throughout his career, and Surgeons’ Guide to Medical Writing reflects his lifelong commitment to raising the standards of surgical scholarship.
Surgeons’ Guide to Medical Writing is available now on Amazon in both print and electronic formats. We encourage all EAES members to add it to their reference library.
