Why Participate in Peer Review as a Journal Manuscript Reviewer: What's in It for You?

Why Participate in Peer Review as a Journal Manuscript Reviewer: What's in It for You?

Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2016 Sep 27;

Authors: Pytynia KB

Abstract
The peer review process for scientific journals relies on the efforts of volunteer reviewers. Reviewers are selected due to their expertise in their fields. With so many demands on professional time, the benefits of participating in peer review may not be obvious. However, reviewers benefit by exposure to the latest developments in their fields, facilitating their keeping up-to-date with the latest publications. Tenure committees look favorably on participation in peer review, and invitations to review underscore that the reviewer is a respected subject matter expert. Contacts made during the peer review process can lead to long-lasting collaboration. Continuing medical education credit can be obtained through various mechanisms. Overall, participating in peer review is an important part of career development and should be viewed as a critical component of advancement.

PMID: 27677597 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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