Cover Letter
Guide for Authors — International Network of Doctors Journal (INODJ)
Authors submitting a manuscript to the International Network of Doctors Journal (INODJ) are encouraged to include a cover letter addressed to the Editor-in-Chief. The cover letter should briefly introduce the manuscript, explain its scientific relevance, and confirm that the submission complies with the journal’s applicable editorial and publication ethics policies.
The cover letter should include the following information:
1. Manuscript Title
Provide the complete title of the manuscript.
2. Article Type
Specify the category of submission, such as Original Research Article, Review Article, Case Report, or another applicable category.
3. Purpose and Significance
Briefly describe the research objective, principal findings, and potential contribution to medical science or healthcare.
4. Originality Statement
Confirm that the manuscript is original and has not been published previously, except where prior dissemination has been disclosed and is permitted by the journal’s policy.
5. Exclusive Submission
Confirm that the manuscript is not currently under consideration for publication elsewhere.
6. Author Approval
Confirm that all listed authors have approved the submitted version and agree to its submission to INODJ.
7. Ethical Compliance
Provide relevant information regarding ethical approval, informed consent, clinical trial registration, or other applicable requirements.
8. Conflicts of Interest and Funding
Disclose any relevant competing interests and funding sources, or state that none exist, as appropriate.
9. Corresponding Author Information
Include the corresponding author’s full name, institutional affiliation, email address, and contact information.
Submission Reminder
Ensure that your cover letter is signed or formally endorsed by the corresponding author on behalf of all co-authors when submitting your manuscript package to INODJ.