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The Journal of Pediatrics is established as a leading forum for the advancement of pediatrics through the dissemination of original research, translational research, and public health in children. As one of the premier publications in pediatrics, The Journal of Pediatrics uses a comprehensive and stringent peer-review process to publish high-quality articles that serve as an excellent resource for the continued development of pediatric care and for providing future direction to the field.

The Journal of Pediatrics

The Journal of Pediatrics is established as a leading forum for the advancement of pediatrics through the dissemination of original research, translational research, and public health in children. As one of the premier publications in pediatrics, The Journal of Pediatrics uses a comprehensive and stringent peer-review process to publish high-quality articles that serve as an excellent resource for the continued development of pediatric care and for providing future direction to the field.

Aim and Scope

Focuses on high-quality, evidence-based research that informs evidence-based practice for clinicians to provide the best care possible, along with research support for children’s health. The journal publishes original research, clinical trials, translational research, brief reports, expert commentary, and other clinically relevant materials associated with pediatrics while offering a trustworthy resource to all pediatric health professionals.

The Journal of Pediatrics remains at the forefront of sharing the latest advancements in pediatric medicine, child health, healthcare policy, and advocacy. Key areas covered include:

  • General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
  • Pediatric Subspecialties: Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Genetics, Hematology-Oncology, Hospital Medicine, Nephrology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Rheumatology, Pediatric Surgery
  • Critical and Emergency Care
  • Developmental and Behavioural Health
  • Immunology and Infectious Diseases
  • Medical Systems and Policy
  • Other Clinically Relevant Research and Insights.

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The Journal of Pediatrics

Impact Factor

Impact Factor

3.5

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

1.010

CiteScore

CiteScore

5.9

Frequency

Frequency

Monthly

Publisher

Elsevier, Mosby

Acceptance Rate

10-12%

Key Highlights

5-Year Impact Factor

4.1

H-Index

246

Indexing

The Journal of Pediatrics is indexed in major databases, including Scopus, Medline, and Science Citation Index Expanded(SCIE)

Initial Editorial Decision

3 days, when no external review is needed, but significantly longer, around 44 days, when it goes for peer review

First Post-Review Decision

Few months

Submission to Acceptance

2 days

Acceptance to Publication

4 days

Publication Type

Original articles, translational research, clinical trials, brief reports, medical progress, expert commentary, grand rounds, editorials, workshop and symposium summaries, classic physical examination findings, novel insights, and pediatric images.

Open Access Model

Hybrid open access model, offering authors the option to publish their articles under a subscription or open access model upon acceptance

Article Processing Charges (APC)

USD 4510 for open access

Main text

Around 4000 words (excluding abstract, refs, figures)

Abstract

Usually, 250 words max for Original Articles, often structured (Importance, Objective, Methods, Results, Interpretation)

References

No limit

Tables/Figures

No more than 8 Tables + Figures