Namey/Burnett Preventive Medicine Writing Award
Sponsored by the ACOFP Foundation, the Namey/Burnett Preventative Medicine Writing Award honors the memory of Joseph J. Namey, DO, FACOFP, and John. H. Burnett, DO, FACOFP, who were both dedicated advocates for osteopathic medicine. This award recognizes the best preventive medicine scientific writings submitted by osteopathic family medicine students and residents.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this opportunity you must be:
- A current ACOFP resident or student member
- In adherence to the blog guidelines
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Submissions should be scientific research articles that identify a question or problem relevant to the field of osteopathic family preventative medicine. Each submission must include relevant data, analysis, and recommendations that are significant and positively improve patient care. The aim is to encourage thoughtful exploration of topics that directly impact the practice of osteopathic family medicine and need more attention drawn to them, with a focus on preventive care and wellness. Each entry should read as publishable in the OFP journal or comparable scientific research journals.
- 1,000-1,500 words in length.
- Up to 25 references following AMA style.
- Up to four tables, figures, or images.
- Four to six keywords.
- Tables, figures, and images must be original, or publisher permission must be included as part of the application.
About the Grant
The grant will award up to:
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- 1st Place: $2,000
- 2nd Place: $1,000
- 3rd Place: $500
The top 3 articles will also go through the peer review process for Osteopathic Family Physician, ACOFP's peer-reviewed journal, and be considered for publication.
Next steps:
Grant Timeline
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Submissions Open:
Applications will re-open in Fall 2024
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Decision Date:
Currently closed
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Award Date:
Currently closed
Application Process
Award submissions should follow the blog post guidelines and all applicants must be current members of ACOFP. You may visit the ACOFP Blog to read past submissions. Papers will be judged on originality, pertinence to osteopathic family physicians and patients and writing skill.