Author Guidelines

Fakumi Medical Journal

When submitting manuscripts to Fakumi Medical Journal, authors must ensure that their manuscripts adhere to all formatting and style guidelines specified by the journal. This includes proper formatting for citations, references, figures, and tables. Manuscripts that do not comply with the journal's formatting standards may be returned to the authors for revision.

All submissions must be written in the Indonesian language. The work must be original, not previously published, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Manuscripts must also be free from plagiarism. Each submission will undergo a plagiarism check using Turnitin software.

Authors are required to format their manuscripts according to the Fakumi Medical Journal Manuscript Template.

Manuscript Heading, Font, and Spacing

Manuscripts should be prepared using word processing software such as Microsoft Word or Open Office. The entire document must use Times New Roman font. The paper size should be A4 (210 x 297 mm), single-column format with 2.54 cm margins on all sides, and 1.5 line spacing—except for the title and abstract, which should be single-spaced. The manuscript should not exceed 13 pages. Page numbers must be included in the footer section of each page. The use of personal pronouns such as "I", "we", etc., should be avoided.

Once a manuscript has passed the peer review process, it will be checked for plagiarism using Turnitin software. The maximum acceptable similarity index is 24%.

Manuscripts must follow this structure: Title; Author(s) Name; Author(s) Affiliation; Abstract; Keywords; Introduction; Method; Results; Discussion; Conclusion; Acknowledgments (optional); and References.

Paper Title

The title is a critical element for attracting readers—who are potential authors and citers of your work. It should clearly reflect the central topic of the paper. Avoid titles that summarize results or conclusions; instead, focus on describing the research subject or issue.

Titles must be written in Bahasa Indonesia, using 12 pt Times New Roman font, bold, with each word capitalized. The title should be centered, with 0 pt space above and 12 pt space below. It should be precise, specific, and limited to a maximum of 14 words. Rare or uncommon abbreviations should be avoided.

Authors Name and Affiliations

List the names of all authors without including academic or professional titles such as Professor, Doctor, or Manager. Do not shorten or abbreviate last names—use full first and last names. Each author's affiliation should be clearly stated, including the department/unit, faculty (if applicable), university name, full address, and country. For the corresponding author, place a superscript “K” before the name, and provide complete contact details: mailing address, phone number, email, and mobile number.

Use 10-point Times New Roman in bold for author names, with single spacing. Superscript numerals should be used for author addresses and centered in a single column. Affiliations should also be written in 10-point Times New Roman. Begin the body text 1.5 lines (or 24 points) below the last listed affiliation.

Abstract

Write the abstract in both English and Bahasa Indonesia, consisting of 100 to 250 words in one paragraph. It should briefly include: a short introduction (1–2 sentences), the study objective (1 sentence), methodology (3–5 sentences), key results (3–5 sentences), and a concluding statement (1 sentence), all in one unified paragraph.

Keywords

Include 3 to 5 keywords. Capitalize only the first keyword. Separate each keyword with a semicolon (;) and do not place a period at the end. Example: Telemedicine; patient satisfaction; healthcare access; digital health

Main Text

The manuscript should be arranged in the following sequence: Title, Author Names, Author Affiliations, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Acknowledgments (optional), and References. Pages should be numbered consecutively starting from the title page.

Introduction

The introduction should outline the urgency and background of the research problem using an inverted pyramid structure—starting from a global context, narrowing down to national, and finally, local relevance. Each supporting statement should be accompanied by references using numbered citations placed after the period (e.g., Health education through mobile platforms has been shown to increase pregnant women’s knowledge of iron tablet intake.¹).

This section should include a general background and a concise literature review (state of the art), referencing at least five relevant sources to justify the novelty or uniqueness of the current study in comparison to previous research (typically written in 2–3 paragraphs).

The length of the introduction should be about 1 to 1.5 pages, formatted in Times New Roman, 11-point font, with 1.5 line spacing. Each paragraph should begin with a 1 cm indentation. Conclude this section by clearly stating the objective(s) of the study.

Authors are expected to offer sufficient background, a brief review of existing literature and methods, highlight the strengths and limitations of previous studies, and explain how this study addresses those gaps. Clearly state the scientific contribution or novelty of the work. Avoid presenting an extensive literature review or a summary of findings in this section.

Method

This section should describe the type of research conducted—whether it is qualitative or quantitative. For qualitative studies (such as case studies, phenomenology, ethnography, etc.), include an explanation of how the validity of findings was assessed.

Quantitative research should detail the research setting and period, the population and sample, sampling method, data collection techniques, data analysis, and presentation. If the study involves specific tools or materials, include their specifications.

Use Times New Roman, 11-point font, with 1.5 line spacing. Each paragraph should begin with a 1 cm indentation. Sub-headings or subsections should not be used within this section. The content should be presented in 1–2 paragraphs.

Results

This section presents the findings of the study, including a description of the research subjects, followed by univariate, bivariate, and, if applicable, multivariate analyses. All results must directly address the research objectives and problem statements outlined in the Introduction, and they should be supported by sufficient data.

Use Times New Roman, 11-point font, 1.5 spacing, and begin each paragraph with a 1 cm indentation. Sub-headings are allowed to organize results for each variable. These sub-headings should be bold, use title case (capitalize the first letter of each major word), and avoid using bullets or numbered lists.

Data may be presented in tables or figures:

Tables must be open (only horizontal lines, no vertical lines), centered on the page, and titled above the table, centered. Tables should be numbered sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Table 2) and referred to in-text accordingly. Table elements should use single spacing, though double spacing can be used within the table to distinguish groups or separate sections. Table headings should be in 10-point bold font.
Figures (such as charts, graphs, photos, or diagrams) must be clear and legible. Acceptable formats include JPG. Figures should be centered, and the caption should appear below the image, also centered. Figures are numbered consecutively (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2). Both black & white and color figures are acceptable. Avoid borders around the image and use typed lettering for any text in the figure.

Limit the use of tables and figures to no more than six combined. The results should be concise and objective, without interpretation or opinion—those belong in the Discussion.

Discussion

The discussion interprets the results and provides reasoning supported by theoretical insights or previous research. Avoid repeating exact sentences from the Results section or re-describing tables or figures. Instead, group and interpret the findings meaningfully.

This section uses Times New Roman, 11-point font, 1.5 spacing, and 1 cm indentation for each paragraph. You may use bold sub-headings (title case) to organize the discussion based on key variables. Avoid using bullet points or numbered lists.

Focus on explaining the significance of the results, not merely restating them. The discussion should begin with a brief summary of key scientific findings, not experimental outcomes.

Key elements to include in your discussion:

What: How do your findings relate to the objectives or research questions stated in the Introduction?
Why: What is the scientific interpretation or explanation behind these findings?
What else: How do your findings compare with those from other studies? Are they consistent or contradictory?

Avoid excessive citation of literature. This is your opportunity to showcase the importance and relevance of your findings—clearly, confidently, and with scientific merit.

Conclusions

This section should present a concise summary of the key findings and interpretations from the Results and Discussion, clearly tied back to the study's objectives. The conclusion must directly answer the research questions, without using statistical language or methodological terms. Write in a narrative paragraph style—ensure that sentences flow logically and connect smoothly. Use scientific terms relevant to your field, and avoid merely restating the abstract or listing results.

Suggestions may include practical applications, theoretical development, or recommendations for future research. These should be meaningful and derived from your findings.

Formatting must follow these rules: Times New Roman, 11-point font, 1.5 spacing, and 1 cm paragraph indentation. Bullets and numbering are not allowed.

The conclusion should explain:

How your findings answer the research objectives
What your work contributes to the existing body of knowledge
Potential applications or future directions for research

This section should provide a clear scientific justification for the research and its relevance

Acknowledments (optional)

Use this section to express gratitude to individuals or institutions that supported your research. Acknowledge advisors, financial sponsors, institutions, and anyone who contributed materially or technically—such as proofreaders, typists, or suppliers of equipment or materials.

This section should be written in Times New Roman, 11-point font, with 1.5 spacing, and each paragraph should begin with a 1 cm indentation.

References

The reference list should follow the Vancouver citation style, where sources are numbered in order of appearance within the text—not alphabetically. Only include relevant sources that were actually cited in the manuscript.

Use primary sources such as peer-reviewed journal articles, research reports, conference proceedings, and scholarly book chapters. At least 80% of references must be from primary sources and published within the last five years. The total number of references should be more than 10. Authors are encouraged to cite articles from the Fakumi Medical Journal when appropriate.

Formatting must follow these rules:

Font: Times New Roman, 11-point, upright
Spacing: Single-spaced (1.0), with 10 pt space after paragraph and 0 pt before paragraph
Capitalization: Each word in the title of the source begins with a capital letter
Do not bold or underline titles
Avoid referencing sources that are not cited in the text, overly citing your own work, or under-citing key literature

In-text citations should appear as superscript numbers placed after the period (e.g.: "...iron intake improves maternal health.¹"). If a source’s name appears in the sentence, the citation number should follow directly after it (e.g.: "According to Latief et al.¹...").

For each reference:

List all authors—do not use et al.
Use authors' last names followed by initials (e.g., "Smith AB")
The first word of article titles should begin with a capital letter, with the rest in lowercase, except for proper nouns
If possible, include DOIs, though they are optional

Examples of references:

Mboi N, Surbakti IM, Trihandini I, Elyazar IRF, Smith DL, Boerma T. Health And Healthcare In Indonesia: Progress And Challenges. The Lancet. 2018;391(10138):1603–18. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(18)30407-4.
Eldredge LKB, Markham CM, Ruiter RA, Kok G, Parcel GS. Planning Health Promotion Programs: An Intervention Mapping Approach: John Wiley & Sons; 2016.
Oktarina R, Syarif S, Syahrul S. The Effect Of Iron-Folic Acid Supplementation On The Hemoglobin Levels Of Pregnant Women In Rural Areas. Fakumi Medical Journal. 2021;5(2):117–124.
Fertman CI, Allensworth DD. Health Promotion Programs: From Theory To Practice: John Wiley & Sons; 2016.
Notoatmodjo S. Promosi Kesehatan Dan Perilaku Kesehatan. Jakarta: Rineka Cipta; 2012.
Kementrian Kesehatan RI. Pedoman Gizi Seimbang. Jakarta: Direktorat Jenderal Bina Gizi dan Kesehatan Ibu dan Anak; 2014.
Roni Kurniawan, Narzril Ilham, Sigit Purnomo Said. The Correlation Between The Prinsiples Of Good Corporate Governance And Officials’performance In Health Departement Of Wajo Regency At [Skripsi]. Jakarata: Universitas Muhammadiyah Jakarata; 2017.
Khalifa M. Barriers To Health Information Systems And Electronic Medical Records Implementation A Field Study Of Saudi Arabian Hospitals [Online Journal]. 2013 [Cited 17 September 2017]. Available from: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877050913008375.
Ebenhaezer G. Hubungan Kualitas Lingkungan Perumahan Dengan Derajat Kesehatan Ibu Dan Balita Di Sumatera Utara [Tesis]. Sumatera: Universitas Sumatra Utara; 2000.
Yulianti Yulianti, Tahir Abdullah, Yusriani Yusriani (2018). Case To Action Relates To Providing Exclusive ASI in the Kassi-Kassi Health Center Work Area. Indonesian Journal of Health, 2(1), 44-53.
Yani A. Kekerasan Pada Anak dan Melek Teknologi (Opini). Mercusuar. 1 Agustus 2017.
Riady E. detikNews. Senin 11 September 2017. [cited 17 September 2017]. Available from: https://news.detik.com/berita-jawa-timur/d-3636913/nisa-penderita-gizi-buruk-di-blitar-hidup-di-rumah-tak-layak?_ga=2.29864511.169260838.1505635728-927849247.1505635728.

Revision of Manuscript

Manuscript revisions involve two stages: editorial screening and peer-review revisions. Upon initial submission, the editorial team will conduct a preliminary review to ensure the manuscript aligns with the Fakumi Medical Journal's formatting and writing standards. Authors will be notified of the screening results via email.

Authors are required to upload the revised manuscript file through the “Discussion” section of the journal's online submission platform.

Following the peer review process, if revisions are requested by reviewers, the editorial team will notify authors through the submission system. Authors should regularly check their submission dashboard to monitor progress and respond promptly.

Once the revised files are uploaded, please notify the editorial office via email at fmj@umi.ac.id. Both the initial screening revision and the post-review revision must be submitted within 14 days from the editorial notification. If no revisions are received within six months, the submission will be considered expired, and authors must submit a new manuscript.

Acceptance Letter

An official Acceptance Letter will be issued to authors whose manuscripts have successfully passed the review and have been formally accepted for publication by the editorial team.

Copyright and License

Submitting a manuscript implies that the authors agree to adhere to the journal’s editorial policies and ethical standards.

Authors retain the copyright of their work.
Authors grant Fakumi Medical Journal the right to publish the article and act as the original publisher.
Authors also grant third parties the right to reuse the article freely, provided that the work’s integrity is preserved, proper citation is given, and the original authors and publisher are clearly acknowledged.
All articles will remain open access under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Covering Letter and Statements

Each submission must include a Covering Letter and Ethical Statements (templates available for download). These documents should summarize the scientific contribution of the study and be uploaded as a PDF file under the Supplementary Files section during the submission process.

Guideline for Online Submission

To submit a manuscript, authors must first register as an Author (and optionally as a Reviewer) through the following link: https://fmj.fk.umi.ac.id/index.php/fmj/user/register

Please complete the registration form in full, especially all required fields marked with an asterisk (*). After filling in the necessary information, click the "Register" button to proceed. Once registered, you will be redirected to the online author dashboard. To begin the submission process, click on "New Submission".

In the “Start a New Submission” section, click “Click Here” to begin Step 1 of the five-step online submission process.

The following are five steps in online submission process:

Step 1 – Starting the Submission
Begin by selecting the appropriate Journal Section (e.g., Full Article). Make sure to check all items on the submission checklist to ensure your manuscript complies with the journal’s requirements.

Step 2 – Uploading the Submission
Click the Browse button under the Upload Submission File section to select your manuscript file. Once chosen, click the Upload button. Ensure the file is successfully uploaded before proceeding.

Step 3 – Entering Submission Metadata
Enter detailed metadata for all authors, including full names, affiliations, and clearly indicate the corresponding author. Then copy and paste the manuscript title, abstract, and keywords into the designated textboxes.

Step 4 – Uploading Supplementary Files
Upload required supplementary documents, including: Covering/Submission Letter, Author Statements, Ethical Clearance. All documents must be in PDF format. Use the Browse button to select each file, then click Upload.

Step 5 – Confirming the Submission
Carefully review all uploaded documents. When everything is correct, click the Finish Submission button. The corresponding author will receive an email confirmation and can track the manuscript’s progress by logging into the journal’s website.

After submission, authors will receive a confirmation email. You can monitor the status of your manuscript including review and editorial stages at any time via the online submission system

Submission Preparation Checklist

Before submitting your manuscript, please ensure that the following criteria are met. Submissions that do not comply with these requirements may be returned for revision.

Originality
The manuscript has not been previously published and is not under consideration by another journal. If it has been submitted elsewhere, an explanation has been provided in the Comments to the Editor.
File Format
The manuscript is saved in an acceptable format: OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF.
Reference URLs
Where applicable, URLs for references (e.g., DOIs or web sources) have been included.
Formatting
The manuscript uses 12-point font, double-spacing, and italics instead of underlining (except for URLs). Tables, figures, and illustrations are inserted within the text at appropriate locations, not placed at the end of the document.
Style Compliance
The manuscript follows the stylistic and bibliographic guidelines outlined in the Author Guidelines section of the journal’s website.
Peer Review Requirements
If the manuscript is submitted to a peer-reviewed section, all steps under Ensuring a Blind Review have been carefully followed to maintain author anonymity.