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Poster Prep 101

Poster Prep 101. ACP Associates Council of Arizona 2007-08. Why should I submit a poster?. I can win a cash prize. I can win a trip to the ACP National meeting to present my poster. I can list it on my CV. I may be able to publish my case or research project. It makes my program look good!.

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Poster Prep 101

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  1. Poster Prep 101 ACP Associates Council of Arizona 2007-08

  2. Why should I submit a poster? • I can win a cash prize. • I can win a trip to the ACP National meeting to present my poster. • I can list it on my CV. • I may be able to publish my case or research project. • It makes my program look good!

  3. ACP state meeting 2007 • Abstract deadline is October 26 • Still have plenty of time! • Meeting is December 8-9, 2007 • Doubletree Hotel Tucson at Reid Park

  4. Types of Posters • Case reports • Research project

  5. Case Report • Easiest to prepare • Potential cases are seen every day • Always keep a list • What makes a good case? • Rare disease • Unusual presentation of a common disease • Clinical presentation with a wide differential leading to an unusual diagnosis • “Classic” images that made a diagnosis

  6. Research Poster • Requires a previously established research project • Must have results and be able to draw conclusions from your data • Why is your project unique or important?

  7. Mentoring • Who can serve as my mentor? • Senior resident • Attending physician at time of admission or consultation • Specialty consultant • Research mentor • Mentoring physician can be any attending physician • Only the 1st author needs to be an ACP member

  8. Case reports Title Abstract Discussion Images Captions Tables References Teaching points Research Title Abstract Hypotheses Background and significance Study design and methods Results Discussion Tables and charts References Step by step construction

  9. What makes a good title? • Case Reports • Need a unique hook • Want judges to remember your poster • Should include the poster topic • Research • Summarize your research question and conclusions

  10. Abstract • The first step in poster preparation • Submit for review • If accepted, include on your poster exactly as submitted

  11. Abstract – case report • State the clinical problem • Introduction • Brief description of the diagnosis or topic • Few sentences about your case • Pertinent clinical background information • Why is your case unique? • State your solution • Clinical clues and studies that led to diagnosis • How you actually made the diagnosis • Be BRIEF – stick to the relevant information!

  12. Abstract – case report • State your conclusion • Case discussion • Diagnostic and therapeutic implications • One sentence on outcome • Carefully worded sentence to wrap up • Relate to your initial assertion • Send to mentor for review

  13. Abstract - research • Standard format • Background • Methods • Results • Conclusions

  14. Abstract - research • State the question, controversy, or new or unusual observation • Describe a clinical strategy, an intervention, or a study design • Include methods, if applicable • State your conclusion • Strengths, weaknesses, suggestions for further investigations • Send to your mentor for review

  15. Creating the poster • Now that your abstract has been accepted…what’s next? • Write the discussion • Select your images • Ask your program’s chief resident about resources available for poster design and printing • If you have access to media support services, turn in your files as early as possible

  16. Discussion • Elaborate on the topic • Brief review of pertinent literature • Diagnostic methods • Treatment • Usual outcome

  17. Images • Unique or classic images • Radiology • Pathology slides • Gross specimens • Photographs • Charts or graphs

  18. Creating the poster • Submit as MS Word files: • Title • Authors’ names and degrees • Check spelling • Include ACP status after each name (associate, member, fellow) • Abstract • Discussion • Captions • References

  19. Creating the poster • Images • Submit as JPEG files • Provide clear instructions as to which caption goes with which image

  20. Style points • Remember what you learned in English class • Use simple, declarative sentences • Avoid • Technical jargon • Long, complicated descriptions • Use of passive voice • Ask for someone NOT in medical field to review for clarity of thought

  21. Proofreading • Review poster proof carefully • Resubmit corrected file if you notice an error • Make sure poster complies with regulations of competition • Give the okay to print!

  22. Get ready for the big day • Anticipate questions about your case • Review the involved patient’s medical record the week before • Review the pertinent literature • Pick up your poster • Know when and where to hang it • Know your assigned judging time

  23. Written abstract Clarity of thought Organization Poster display Organization Introduction Case presentation Graphics and figures Discussion Significance First author discussion with judges Knowledge Discussion Each area worth 5 points Total 50 points Poster judging – cases

  24. Written abstract Clarity of thought Organization Poster display Organization Background Methods Graphics and figures Results Conclusions First author discussion with judges Knowledge Discussion Each area worth 5 points Total 50 points Poster judging – research

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