BMJ Open

metrics 2024

Elevating the standard of medical research worldwide.

Introduction

BMJ Open is a distinguished open access journal published by the BMJ Publishing Group, dedicated to advancing the field of medicine through the dissemination of high-quality research. Since its inception in 2011, this journal has positioned itself as a pivotal platform in the medical arena, presently classified in the Q1 category of Medicine (Miscellaneous) for 2023, reflecting its commitment to excellence as evidenced by its Scopus ranking of #117 out of 636, placing it in the top 81st percentile. With its open access model, BMJ Open ensures that research is readily available to a global audience, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, healthcare professionals, and students alike. Located in London, UK, the journal is committed to featuring innovative research that informs clinical practice, public health, and healthcare policy, making it an essential resource for anyone engaged in medical research and practice.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.97
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.70
H-Index160
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.15
Normal Eigen Factor33.01
Influence0.93
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life4.50
Citing Half Life6.80
JCI0.68
Total Documents32677
WOS Total Citations82146
SCIMAGO Total Citations212497
SCIMAGO SELF Citations9039
Scopus Journal Rank0.97
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.53
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.73
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.90

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Medicine in Medicine
Rank #117/636
Percentile 81.60
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 80/325
Percentile 75.50
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 85/329
Percentile 74.16
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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