Instructions for Authors
Complete guidelines for preparing and submitting manuscripts to the Journal of Obesity Management.
Prepare Your Manuscript for Submission
Follow these guidelines to ensure your manuscript meets JOM requirements and receives efficient processing.
Properly prepared manuscripts move through review more quickly and receive better editorial assessment.
The Journal of Obesity Management publishes high-quality articles advancing clinical and research knowledge in obesity prevention, treatment, and metabolic health. Select the appropriate article type and follow specific requirements for each format.
| Article Type | Description | Word Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Original Research | Clinical trials, observational studies, translational research | 4,000-6,000 |
| Review Article | Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, narrative reviews | 5,000-7,000 |
| Case Report | Instructive clinical case presentations | 2,000-3,000 |
| Brief Communication | Preliminary findings or focused studies | 1,500-2,500 |
| Commentary | Expert perspectives on current topics | 1,500-2,000 |
Organize your manuscript according to standard scientific article structure. Ensure each section is clearly delineated and contains appropriate content for obesity medicine research.
Title Page
Full title, all author names and affiliations, corresponding author contact details, word count, and keywords.
Abstract
Structured abstract (Objective, Methods, Results, Conclusions) of 250-300 words summarizing key findings.
Introduction
Background context, research rationale, and clear statement of objectives or hypotheses.
Methods
Detailed methodology enabling replication, including participants, measures, procedures, and analysis plan.
Results
Clear presentation of findings with appropriate statistical reporting and visual displays.
Discussion
Interpretation of results, comparison with existing literature, limitations, and clinical implications.
All research involving human participants must demonstrate appropriate ethics oversight. Studies involving patients require institutional review board approval and documented informed consent procedures.
Required documentation: Include ethics committee or IRB approval statement with protocol identification, description of informed consent procedures, and clinical trial registration number for interventional studies.
- Ethics committee or IRB approval with protocol identification
- Informed consent documentation for all participants
- Clinical trial registration in recognized registries before enrollment
- Privacy protections and data handling procedures described
- Special considerations for vulnerable populations addressed
Adhere to word limits specified for each article type. Word counts include main text but exclude abstract, references, tables, and figure legends. Manuscripts significantly exceeding limits may be returned for reduction before peer review begins.
Reporting transparency is essential for research credibility. Follow established reporting guidelines appropriate to your study design. Adherence to these standards ensures transparency and enables assessment of research quality.
CONSORT
For randomized controlled trials, include flow diagram and complete checklist items.
STROBE
For observational studies including cohort, case-control, and cross-sectional designs.
PRISMA
For systematic reviews and meta-analyses, including flow diagram and registration details.
CARE
For case reports, ensuring complete and transparent clinical case presentation.
Prepare your manuscript following these formatting specifications to ensure efficient processing and professional presentation.
- Submit as Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx format)
- Use double line spacing throughout the manuscript
- Apply standard margins (1 inch or 2.5 cm) on all sides
- Use readable font (Times New Roman or Arial, 12 point)
- Number all pages consecutively including title page
- Include line numbers for reviewer reference during peer review
Interventional studies must be registered in recognized public registries such as ClinicalTrials.gov before participant enrollment begins. Include the registration number in your manuscript abstract and methods section. Registration applies to all prospective studies that assign participants to intervention or comparison groups.
Format references according to AMA style. Ensure all citations in text appear in the reference list and vice versa. Use DOIs where available to facilitate reader access to source materials. Cite recent, relevant literature demonstrating awareness of current developments in obesity medicine.
Include figures and tables at the end of the manuscript file or as separate high-resolution files. Number consecutively and provide descriptive captions enabling standalone interpretation. Tables should be editable (not images) and figures should be at least 300 DPI resolution.
- Tables: Include title, clear column headers, and footnotes as needed
- Figures: Submit as TIFF, EPS, or high-resolution JPEG files
- Photographs: Obtain consent for any identifiable individuals
- Third-party content: Provide permissions documentation
Include a statement describing each author's contribution to the research. Use standard contribution categories such as conceptualization, methodology, data collection, analysis, writing, and supervision. All listed authors must meet authorship criteria and approve the final manuscript.
All authors must disclose potential conflicts of interest including financial relationships, institutional affiliations, and industry connections that could influence research or interpretation. If no conflicts exist, include a statement confirming no competing interests.
Include a data availability statement describing how underlying data can be accessed. When data involves sensitive patient information, describe appropriate safeguards and access restrictions. Share code and analysis scripts when possible to support reproducibility.
Authors receiving revision requests should address all reviewer and editor comments systematically. Include a point-by-point response letter explaining how each concern has been addressed. Significant changes should be highlighted in the revised manuscript. Revisions not addressing major concerns adequately may be returned for further work or declined. Prompt, thorough revision increases likelihood of successful publication.
Upon acceptance, authors receive notification with Article Processing Charge information. After payment confirmation, manuscripts enter production for copyediting and typesetting. Authors review proofs before publication and should respond promptly to ensure timely release. Published articles receive permanent DOI identifiers and appear in journal table of contents immediately upon release.
Submit manuscripts through ManuscriptZone, our online submission system. Create an account if you do not have one, then follow prompts to upload your manuscript and supplementary materials. Ensure all required components are included before finalizing submission.
Cover Letter
Brief letter addressing the editor, summarizing significance and confirming originality.
Manuscript File
Complete manuscript including title page, abstract, main text, references, and tables.
Figure Files
High-resolution figure files if not embedded in manuscript document.
Supplementary Materials
Ethics approvals, reporting checklists, consent forms, and additional data files.
Before submitting: Review all guidelines, ensure ethics documentation is complete, verify author information accuracy, and confirm all co-authors have approved the submission.
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