Healthcare

metrics 2024

Exploring the future of health and medical sciences.

Introduction

Healthcare is an esteemed academic journal published by MDPI, dedicated to advancing the field of health and medical sciences since its establishment in 2013. Operating from Switzerland, this Open Access journal aims to provide a platform for high-quality research that spans critical disciplines such as Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Health Policy, and Leadership and Management. With a 2023 Impact Factor reflected in its Q3 and Q2 rankings across various categories, Healthcare not only offers visibility and accessibility to innovative research but also fosters collaboration among researchers, professionals, and students dedicated to improving global health outcomes. The journal's commitment to disseminating knowledge and its diverse range of topics make it an essential resource for anyone involved or interested in the continuous evolution of health systems and practices, positioning it as a vital contributor to the future of health research.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.50
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.02
Normal Eigen Factor4.96
Influence0.53
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life2.10
Citing Half Life6.50
JCI0.95
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations15981
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 73/174
Percentile 58.30
Quartile Q2
HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 49/118
Percentile 58.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 55/175
Percentile 68.57
Quartile Q2
HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 45/119
Percentile 62.18
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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