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DESCRIPTION
We are bombarded with over 2.5 million new research publications each year and it¡¯s more important than ever to learn how to critically read and evaluate these articles. This webinar will review the components of scholarly manuscripts and provide a practical guide for conducting peer-review assessments of manuscripts that are submitted for consideration for publication in academic journals.

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to: 

1. Name the components of a scholarly manuscript
2. Describe the components and characteristics of an effective manuscript
   peer review
3. Demonstrate how to complete an effective peer review of a scholarly manuscript

FACULTY
Elliot J. Roth, MD

AUDIENCE
Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Physicians, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Rehabilitation Trainees, Social Workers and Speech-Language Pathologists

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date. 

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Nursing:

Shirley Ryan Abilitylab is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This educational activity is being offered for 1.5 contact hours of continuing nursing education. Renewal Date: 10/1/2025 Expiration Date: 6/30/2027

Occupational Therapists:

The Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 05129. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at .15 CEUs [intermediate, Foundational Knowledge]. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 8/7/2025.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Physicians:

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago DBA Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is accredited by the Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago DBA Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)?. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Speech-Language Pathology

DISCLOSURES
CME Leadership and Staff:
Ben Friedman, Director of CME - Has nothing to disclose.
Rebecca Bagdy, Executive Director, Academy - Has nothing to disclose. 
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L, BCP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose. 
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Elliot J. Roth, MD - Has nothing to disclose.

ACADEMY POLICIES
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