Program of Experimental Medicine
POEM

All DOM Practice Plan members as well as PhD faculty with primary appointment in DOM (whether a part of POEM or not), as an active member of a project/study team, may use up to 15 hours of Grant Review, REB Review and/or Manuscript Editing support for their project/s, per year (Jan-Dec). Types of Service:

1. Writing Support:
   • Assist authors with review, editing or proof-reading of written research findings (e.g. abstracts, manuscripts), grant applications or regulatory documents (e.g. protocols, ethics submissions) that align with established standards.
2. Administrative Submission Support:
   • Provide detailed-oriented editorial and review support to the complete manuscript draft that has been provided by the lead author.
   • Compare draft manuscript to target journal specifications, updating formatting as required.
   • Assist with collecting and tracking disclosures from authors when requested.

To request support:
DOM Practice Plan members and Basic Scientists with a primary appointment with DOM can download and complete the POEM Medical Writer Service Request form to request support.