AMA Style Guide

    Master AMA (American Medical Association) citation style with comprehensive examples and guidelines for medical writing.

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    What is AMA Style?
    11th Edition

    The American Medical Association Manual of Style

    AMA Style is the official citation format of the American Medical Association, used extensively in medical journals and clinical research publications. The 11th edition emphasizes precision, clarity, and evidence-based documentation standards essential for medical communication.

    When to Use AMA Style

    AMA style serves the rigorous documentation needs of medical research and clinical practice. Its numbered citation system accommodates the extensive source requirements of medical literature while maintaining the clarity essential for evidence-based medicine and peer review.

    Primary Uses:

    Medical Journals
    Clinical Research
    Medical School
    Healthcare Policy
    Biomedical Research
    Medical Communications

    AMA Citation Fundamentals

    In-Text Citation Format:

    Superscript Numbers:text¹
    Multiple Sources:text¹⁻³
    Non-consecutive:text¹'³'⁵

    Reference List Format:

    1. Author AA. Title of article. Journal Name. Year;Volume(Issue):pages.

    Quick Reference Examples

    Journal Article

    1. Smith JA, Brown ML, Johnson RK. Advances in cardiovascular medicine. JAMA. 2023;329(12):1234-1245.

    Book

    2. Wilson PD. Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment. 5th ed. McGraw-Hill Medical; 2023.

    Online Source

    3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Health statistics overview. Published March 15, 2023. Accessed March 20, 2023. https://cdc.gov/statistics

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