A local practice in Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) can be transformed into knowledge with global reach. The 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (3rd WCTCIM) values this exchange, creating a space for your experience, whether in primary care or hospital settings, in planetary health practices, or in the integration of indigenous knowledge. Your journey can inspire other professionals, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a global health ecosystem. Until July 15, you can submit abstracts in this category for evaluation at the 3rd WCTCIM.

The Experience Report category goes beyond a written summary. It seeks to capture the essence of the practice, valuing both the process and the outcomes. Therefore, submission occurs in two stages: first, the submission of a structured abstract for evaluation by the scientific committee. After the abstract is approved, authors will be instructed to submit a short video where they can present their experience dynamically and personally, expanding the reach and impact of their work. This stage will be supported by the IdeiaSUS Platform from the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), which specializes in giving visibility to these narratives.

Structuring a High-Impact Experience Report

The key to an outstanding report is a clear and structured narrative. Reviewers value submissions that demonstrate not only the practice itself but also the critical reflection behind it. Use evaluation guidelines, such as SQUIRE and TIDieR, as a roadmap to ensure all essential elements are addressed objectively. Focus on a title that is both concise and revealing, reflecting the central theme of your experience. In the description, contextualize the setting, the intervention’s objectives, and the target audience. This context is crucial for readers from different parts of the world to understand the relevance and specifics of your initiative. A chronological organization of events helps create a logical flow, guiding the reader step-by-step through your journey.

Items Valued by Reviewers

Scientific committees look for more than just a simple description. The originality of the approach, methodological clarity, and, most importantly, practical contributions to the field are decisive. Detail the problems faced with honesty; challenges with resources, team resistance, or unexpected difficulties are valuable parts of the learning process and demonstrate the real-world complexity of implementing new practices. Even if the “Results” section is optional, presenting outcomes, even if preliminary, strengthens your report. The recommendations are the pinnacle of your work: offer practical suggestions, discuss the potential for replicating your project, and articulate how your experience contributes to the advancement of TCIM.

From Draft to Approval: Details That Make a Difference

Attention to formal details is a knockout criterion. Use the required formatting: Verdana font, size 10, and 1.5 line spacing. The full text, with a maximum of 1000 words, must include all mandatory sections, such as title, authors, abstract, description, problems, recommendations, and references (ABNT or Vancouver). Remember that the official language for submission and presentation is English. After submission, approved reports will be published on the IdeiaSUS/Fiocruz Platform, a prestigious showcase for practices within the Unified Health System (SUS) and public health in general. Your experience, when well-told, transcends the local and becomes a source of inspiration and knowledge for professionals worldwide.

About the 3rd WCTCIM

The 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (3rd WCTCIM) is a leading global event, taking place from October 15 to 18, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro. For the first time in Latin America, the congress’s main objective is to advance the integration of TCIM into health systems, aligned with the new World Health Organization (WHO) Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025-2034. The event will bring together researchers, professionals, managers, and policymakers to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.

How to Submit Your Experience Report

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