Editorial Policies

Focus and Scope

Medical Science and Hospital Management Journal publishes original research articles, case report, or article review in the  basic medical sciences, clinic medical sciences, medical education, hospital management, and public health.

 

Section Policies

Articles

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Peer Review Process

The Medical Science and Hospital Management Journal (MSHMJ) enforces a Double-Blind Peer Review process to guarantee the scientific rigor, originality, and relevance of all published content. The identity of the authors and the reviewers is mutually concealed throughout the process.

This process ensures that all submitted works—including Original Articles, Reviews, Case Reports, and Brief Communications—contribute meaningfully to our core areas of focus: Medical Sciences, Clinical Research, Public Health, Hospital Management, and Medical Education.

 

Review Process and Timeline

 

AspectDetail
Type of ReviewDouble-Blind Peer Review.
Initial ScreeningEditors conduct a quick check for scope compatibility, ethical compliance, and plagiarism. Submissions failing this check are subject to desk rejection or sent back for immediate correction.
Number of ReviewersA minimum of two (2) independent experts evaluate each manuscript.
Target TimelineThe target time for the First Editorial Decision is 2 weeks (±3 working days) from the reviewers' acceptance.
Final DecisionBased on the reviewers' recommendations, the Editor-in-Chief issues the final decision (Accept, Minor/Major Revision, or Reject).
 

Judging Criteria and Reviewer Recruitment

 

Reviewers are asked to judge submissions primarily on their originality, methodological validity, significance (contribution to the field), and clarity of presentation.

Reviewer recruitment is based on proven expertise in the specific subject matter and a commitment to independence (absence of conflicts of interest) and prompt, constructive feedback.

 

 

Publication Frequency

The Medical Science and Hospital Management Journal (MSHMJ) is published four times per year (quarterly) with issues released in February, May, August, and November.

 

Open Access Policy

The Medical Science and Hospital Management Journal (MSHMJ) is an Open Access journal. This means that all published articles are immediately and freely available to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, and link to the full texts of the articles, or use them for any other lawful purpose, without asking prior permission from the publisher or the author.

This policy aligns with our commitment to accelerate the global exchange of knowledge and ensure that research in Medical Science and Hospital Management is available to benefit patients, professionals, researchers, and policymakers worldwide.

Licensing and Copyright

  • Copyright: Authors retain the copyright of their work.

  • License: The use, distribution, and reproduction of articles are governed by the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license permits commercial and non-commercial reuse of the work as long as proper attribution is given to the original authors and the journal.

 

Archiving

This journal utilizes the LOCKSS system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries and permits those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for purposes of preservation and restoration. More...

 

Medical Science and Hospital Management Journal

Medical Science and Hospital Management Journal (MSHMJ) is an international peer-reviewed and open access journal committed to promoting scientific advancements across the health sector. We integrate research from fundamental medical sciences through to practical health systems management.

Focus and Scope

MSHMJ publishes high-quality research that covers all aspects of human health, with a primary focus on the following core areas:

  • Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, etc.)

  • Clinical Medical Sciences (Diagnosis, Treatment, Patient Care)

  • Medical Education (Curriculum development, teaching methods, professional competence)

  • Hospital Management and Health Systems (Quality assurance, policy, finance, human resources, efficiency, health economics)

  • Community and Public Health (Epidemiology, preventative medicine, health promotion)

Article Types

We welcome submissions of various types, aiming to serve as a comprehensive platform for health professionals, academics, and policymakers:

  • Original Research Articles

  • Review Articles (Systematic Reviews, Scoping Reviews, Narrative Reviews)

  • Case Reports

  • Brief Communications (Short features on diagnostic and treatment developments, or urgent health issues)

  • Letters and Commentaries (on previously published articles)

The journal strives to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and practical application in the development of the healthcare system.