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scottish medical journal

ISSN 0036-9330· EN

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46.7/100
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#26
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2
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About This Journal

The journal aims for the prompt publication of original investigations in all branches of medicine in Scotland. Scottish Medical Journal provides a unique international information source for the latest news and issues concerning the Scottish medical community. Contributions are drawn from Scotland and its medical institutions, through an array of international authors. In addition to original papers, Scottish Medical Journal publishes, often commissioned; educational review articles, case reports, historical articles, clinical memoranda and society abstracts.
Short Name scott med j
Abbreviated Name smj
ISSN 0036-9330
URL https://journals.sagepub.com/home/scm
Author Instructions https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/journal/scottish-medical-journal#submission-guidelines

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Publications Per Year

Articles (2)

2020
Circumnavigating the world of quality and patient safety: a compendium of highlights and perspectives.
El-Farargy, Nancy;
Vol. 65 , No. 1 , pp. 3-11
324 views DOI
2018
Non-traditional skills in undergraduate medical education - the development of a teaching programme.
Brady, Chevonne;Zarb, Mark;
Vol. 63 , No. 3 , pp. 80-81
317 views DOI Abstract
2020
Circumnavigating the world of quality and patient safety: a compendium of highlights and perspectives.
El-Farargy, Nancy;
Vol. 65 , No. 1 , pp. 3-11
324 views DOI
2018
Non-traditional skills in undergraduate medical education - the development of a teaching programme.
Brady, Chevonne;Zarb, Mark;
Vol. 63 , No. 3 , pp. 80-81
317 views DOI Abstract
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46.7/100

Tier: Below Average

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30.5/100

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45.0/100

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30.0/100

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40.0/100

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38.0/100

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50.0/100

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0.0/100

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0.0/100

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