BULLETIN OF THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE

metrics 2024

Charting the Course of Medical History

Introduction

BULLETIN OF THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE, published by Johns Hopkins University Press, stands as a vital resource in the field of medical history, bridging the gap between historical research and contemporary medical practices. With a robust history dating from 1945 to 2024, this esteemed journal aims to foster a deeper understanding of medicine's past, exploring how historical contexts have shaped medical ideas, practices, and institutions. The journal boasts an impressive Q1 categorization in History and ranks among the top quartiles in related fields, highlighting its impact and relevance in academia. Although it does not offer open access, the journal’s contributions are invaluable for researchers, educators, and students alike seeking to understand the intricate narratives that underpin modern medicine. With its focus on interdisciplinary scholarship, the BULLETIN OF THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE remains essential for those committed to uncovering the complexities of medical development through time.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.24
Journal Impact Factor0.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.20
H-Index36
Journal IF Without Self0.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.15
Influence0.91
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life21.40
Citing Half Life28.10
JCI0.48
Total Documents612
WOS Total Citations1148
SCIMAGO Total Citations1284
SCIMAGO SELF Citations52
Scopus Journal Rank0.24
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.47
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.51
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.58

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

History in Arts and Humanities
Rank #296/1760
Percentile 83.18
Quartile Q1
Medicine (miscellaneous) in Medicine
Rank #267/398
Percentile 32.91
Quartile Q3
General Nursing in Nursing
Rank #100/139
Percentile 28.06
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 32/104
Percentile 69.70
Quartile Q2
HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 151/174
Percentile 13.50
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 129/175
Percentile 26.29
Quartile Q3
HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 51/104
Percentile 50.96
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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