Introducing

The Medical Transcriptionist’s Guide to Microsoft Word® Third Edition:

Make it Your Own

MTWerks and Stedman’s have teamed up to bring you the absolute best reference for medical transcriptionists using MS Word! Based on extensive feedback from MTs all across the country, the Third Edition includes more of what you need to maximize productivity and accuracy.

New to the 3rd Edition:

Windows XP and Word 2002 (in addition to Word 97 and 2000)
More extensive help with formatting, numbered lists, SOAP formats and headers.
More Windows help including a plain-English glossary of terms, shortcuts, file management techniques, and even more shortcut keys so your hands stay on the keyboard, not the mouse!
FREE CD-ROM with over 2 hours of all-new audiovisual tutorials including a “tour” of Windows and Word, and demonstrations of shortcuts and techniques.
More sample projects and ideas for using macros.
Extensive keyword index in addition to the FAQ index.

The beginner will find the information they need to avoid the common pitfalls of using MS Word for transcription, and the experienced user will find exciting new ideas for customizing Word, combining macros, templates, fields and other techniques for incredible efficiency.

You will learn how to…

Use AutoText, AutoCorrect, Templates, Macros, Headers and Fields
Save time by typing fewer characters
Improve accuracy and consistency
Access your favorite programs with hot keys
Manage and organize your documents efficiently
Protect yourself from hard drive disaster and easily migrate to a new PC
Create Macros
Customize Word

Other training manuals are cumbersome and filled with technical jargon that leaves users frustrated and confused. The Medical Transcriptionists Guide to Microsoft Word®, 3rd Edition makes incorporating those much-needed tips in your documentation tasks fast, easy and profitable! With concise, easy-to-follow directions, you will….

Save time by finding your answers fast
Learn new ways to work more efficiently
Reduce keystrokes with shortcuts and macros
Change settings and options to better suit your needs
Avoid common frustrations and time-consuming problems
Learn how to back up macros, shortcuts and templates

...and much more!

There are lots of books about using Word. Why should I buy this one?

The "MTs Guide to MS Word, 3rd Ed.: Make It Your Own" was written specifically for medical transcription with the specific information YOU need. Have you ever tried to find the answer to your question in a HUGE book on Word? How many hours have you spent trying to stop numbered lists from moving away from the left margin? Have you ever tried to draw a signature line only to have the line go all the way across the page? Does your hand hurt from using the mouse? Are you frustrated trying to efficiently format a SOAP note?

How is this one different?

It was written just for you—a medical transcriptionist—with your needs in mind. The manual is a step-by-step approach to applying Word to your daily routine with sample formats, specific examples and plain-English instructions. Over 70 full-color screen shots and color-coded instructions make the book easy to read, easy to use. The book focuses on keyboarding skills and other techniques to help you produce more work in less time.

Is this a book for beginners?

The manual was not written to address any particular skill level. The basics as well as advanced features are included. It is designed to show you how to apply Word to your daily routine. Match the ideas and suggestions to your own skill level. Those new to Word will find the specific help they need, and veterans are sure to find new and clever ideas.

I’ve used Word for years. Is there anything in it for me?
Are you familiar with these techniques?

Opening programs, files, email, etc. using hot keys
Using the Logo key and Application key
Assigning shortcut keys to any of Word's 400+ commands
Using blank fields as markers
Using template files (dot files)
Using Bookmarks and Cross-references
Editing the spell check dictionary
Creating a Work menu with commonly used reference documents
Customizing shortcut menus (right-click menus) by adding macros and other commands
Customizing toolbars
Using macros to automate log sheet
Using macros to correct formatting and fix typos