Communications Committee

The Communications Committee provides stewardship of publications from inception to submission to the Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation with the goal of disseminating interdisciplinary rehabilitation research into practice.

COMMITTEE SEEKS NEW MEMBERS

The Communications Committee provides editorial oversight for Archives of PM&R supplements, consumer- and clinician-directed educational resources called Information/Education Pages (IEP), and the soon to be launched Cochrane Corner feature. Information/Education Pages (IEP) are popular dissemination products that undergo rigorous peer review to ensure that they are evidence-informed, consumer relevant, and targeted to the intended audience. To help maintain the rigor and efficiency of the review process, we are seeking new members from all ACRM ISIGs and networking groups. It is a great opportunity for junior members to take on active roles within the broader organization and expand the work of your community group. Those interested should contact the committee co-chairs and copy Jen Charat, jcharat@acrm.org.

CO-CHAIRS

PURPOSE: 

Stewardship of publications from inception to submission to the Archives of PM&R with the goal of disseminating interdisciplinary rehabilitation research into practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee the solicitation, development, and publication of Information/Education Pages (IEPs) for publication in the Archives of PM&R
2. Oversee the solicitation, development, and evaluation of supplement proposals for publication in the Archives of PM&R
3. All recommendations by the Committee require BOG approval

ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2022

1. (Committee Membership) Alison Cogan and Abiodun Akinwuntan became new co-chairs
   • Susan Magasi and Matthew McFarland stepping down
2. (Products) Information/Education Pages
   • 6 published in 2022 
   • Updated I/EP submission guidelines
   • Transitioned submission and review process to Editorial Manager
   • Strong pipeline with multidisciplinary focus 
3. Supplements (year to date): 
   • Two supplements published this year
   • Provided consultation on the development of two new supplement proposals
4. Cochrane Corners
   •  First submission anticipated by end of year

GOALS 2023

1. Oversee the successful review and publication of the two supplements.
2. Continue to facilitate robust pipeline of inter-disciplinary IEP that is reflective on the increasing diversity of ACRM membership and interests.
3. Launch Cochrane Corner feature.
4. Expand committee membership by 25% to include representatives from a broader range of SIG and NG.
5. Identify additional pool of ad-hoc I/EP reviewers from across ISIGs and NGs to facilitate a timely review process.
6. Develop guidance document and training video for new I/EP reviewers (ad-hoc and new Committee members).