Aims & Scope

Saudi Journal of Medicine and Public Health (SJMPH)

Aims

The Saudi Journal of Medicine and Public Health (SJMPH) is dedicated to advancing knowledge and promoting innovation in the fields of medicine and public health. The journal aims to:

  1. Serve as a platform for the dissemination of high-quality research that addresses critical health challenges globally, with a special focus on Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
  2. Foster interdisciplinary collaboration between medical and public health professionals, policymakers, and researchers.
  3. Support evidence-based decision-making to improve clinical practice, public health initiatives, and health policy.
  4. Promote the translation of research findings into actionable solutions for healthcare systems and communities.

Scope

SJMPH welcomes original research articles, review articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, commentaries, and short communications in the following areas:

  1. Clinical Medicine:

    • Innovations in diagnostic methods and treatment strategies.
    • Clinical trials and epidemiological studies.
    • Advances in specialized medical fields such as cardiology, oncology, neurology, and pediatrics.

  2. Public Health:

    • Health promotion, disease prevention, and health education.
    • Epidemiology of communicable and non-communicable diseases.
    • Public health interventions and community health.
    • Environmental health and occupational health studies.

  3. Global and Regional Health:

    • Studies addressing health disparities and access to care.
    • Health issues specific to the Middle East and Saudi Arabia.
    • Cultural and societal impacts on health behaviors and outcomes.

  4. Health Policy and Management:

    • Healthcare system reforms and policies.
    • Cost-effectiveness and economic evaluations of healthcare interventions.
    • Workforce development and training in medicine and public health.

  5. Emerging Trends and Technologies:

    • Applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in healthcare.
    • Telemedicine, e-health, and digital health innovations.
    • Advances in biotechnology, genomics, and personalized medicine.

Target Audience

The journal caters to healthcare professionals, researchers, public health practitioners, policymakers, educators, and students interested in the latest developments in medicine and public health.

Commitment to Diversity

SJMPH is committed to publishing research that reflects diverse perspectives, inclusive methodologies, and equitable practices in healthcare and public health.