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scottish medical journal

ISSN 0036-9330· EN

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46.7 / 100
Journament Score
Below Average
Ranked #28 of 33,995 indexed journals
2 Articles
Accessibility 45
Engagement 30
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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

Publications Per Year

Articles (2)

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
342 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
335 views DOI
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
335 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
342 views DOI Abstract
Journament Score
46.7/100 · Below Average
Ranked #28 of 33,995
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Overall Quality Score

46.7/100

Tier: Below Average

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Engagement Score

30.5/100

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Accessibility Score

45.0/100

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Diversity Score

30.0/100

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A diverse journal publishes work from various geographic regions, institutions, and covers a broad range of topics within its field.

Innovation Score

40.0/100

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Community Impact Score

38.0/100

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Timeliness Score

50.0/100

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Ethics & Transparency Score

0.0/100

Research Integrity (10% weight)

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Content Quality Score

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Editorial Diversity Score

0.0/100

Author Diversity + Interdisciplinary Value (8%)

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Publication Regularity Score

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Geographic Reach Score

0.0/100

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