Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
Impact Factor Trend (2018–2026)
Clarivate IF trend for Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
SCImago Journal Rank citation prestige weighting
324 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery (JBJS) has been the most valued source of information for orthopaedic surgeons and researchers for over 125 years and is the gold standard in peer-reviewed scientific information in the field. A core journal and essential reading for general as well as specialist orthopaedic surgeons worldwide, The Journal publishes evidence-based research to enhance the quality of care for orthopaedic patients. Standards of excellence and high quality are maintained in everything we do, from the science of the content published to the customer service we provide. JBJS is an independent, non-profit journal.
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ORTHOPEDICS
SURGERY
ORTHOPEDICS
SURGERY
Annual Historical Statistics & Publications
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SCImago & Scopus Journal Intelligence
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Scopus 3-Year Publication & Citation Window
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisJournal of Bone and Joint Surgery (abbr: J BONE JOINT SURG AM, ISSN: 0375-9229) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Medicine, published by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins Ltd. in United States since 1948. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 4.50, ranking in quartile Q1 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 1.422 (Q1), an H-index of 324.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Monthly, an annual output of approximately 253 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,687 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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