If you have a story idea or drafted article, email the word document file to Medical Editor in Chief Cedric Dark, MD, MPH, FACEP. The editorial team will review your submission and update you on next steps. 

To submit a story pitch, please send a 250-word summary along with bullet points of the following:

• Why our readers would value the story.
• How the story would influence the provision of emergency medicine.
• What you hope the reader would learn from your article.
• Potential outside experts or sources for the story. 

The usual length of standard unsolicited articles is about 800–1000 words. The usual length of feature articles (two or more pages) is about 1,200 words. A reference list is also required to support researched material and the practice of evidence-based medicine. 

Preference will be given to new voices.

ACEP Now accepts approximately 33% of unsolicited manuscripts for publication.

Submit a Case Report

To be considered for publication, send your case presentation to Medical Editor in Chief Cedric Dark, MD, MPH, FACEP, with the following:

• A 200-word introduction of the patient’s presentation.
• A 600-word description of the diagnosis and management of the case, including up to three bulleted teaching points.

There is a 10 reference maximum.

Rare, but not unusual, cases with clinical importance to emergency medicine will be considered. Those with clinical images preferred.

Submit a Letter to the Editor

ACEP Now welcomes letters to the editor from our readers. Letters should be 250 words or fewer, may be edited for length and style, and are published online and/or in print at the editorial team’s discretion. Submit your letter including your name, title, organization, and contact information to Medical Editor in Chief Cedric Dark, MD, MPH, FACEP.

Submit Your Residency Spotlight

ACEP Now welcomes your residency to be featured as a Residency Spotlight in a future issue! Simply email Medical Editor in Chief Cedric Dark, MD, MPH, FACEP for more information.

Global Pulse Check

Have you practiced emergency medicine in the United States and abroad? Reach out to Medical Editor in Chief Cedric Dark, MD, MPH, FACEP with your story and experience.