DefinePK

Research Objective

To keep healthcare professionals abreast with latest developments in medical sciences by publishing good quality peer reviewed manuscripts, to improve clinical practice, patient care and to make Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences one of the leading peer-reviewed biomedical journal from Asia Pacific Region. The journal aims at promoting the art and science of medicine to improve healthcare besides being a useful source of CME for healthcare professionals offering healthy, balanced & constructive debates on controversial issues that effect medicine, keeping up the professional ethics in medical journalism.

Methodology

The journal publishes original research, review articles, guest editorials, case reports, short communications, drug trials, letters, book reviews, case studies, clinical notes, CME, issues for debate and obituaries. Manuscripts are screened for plagiarism using iThenticate Software. The journal practices open peer review system.

Methodology Flowchart

                        graph TD
    A[Manuscript Submission] --> B[Initial Screening];
    B --> C[Plagiarism Check];
    C -- Yes --> D[Rejection];
    C -- No --> E[Peer Review];
    E --> F[Editorial Decision];
    F -- Accept --> G[Publication];
    F -- Reject --> H[Rejection];                    

Discussion

Not applicable, as this is a journal overview.

Key Findings

Not applicable, as this is a journal overview.

Conclusion

Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences aims to be a leading peer-reviewed biomedical journal from the Asia Pacific Region, providing a platform for healthcare professionals to stay updated on medical advancements and engage in constructive debates.

Fact Check

1. Periodicity changed from Quarterly to Bi-Monthly with effect from April 1st, 2013. Confirmed by the text.
2. Minimum publication charges for manuscripts effective June 3, 2022 is Rs.30,000/- (in case of overseas US$ 600/-). Confirmed by the text.

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