Indian Journal of Palliative Care

metrics 2024

Championing health policy for better patient outcomes.

Introduction

Indian Journal of Palliative Care is a premier peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the field of palliative care within the broader domains of health policy and public health. Published by SCIENTIFIC SCHOLAR LLC in India since 2003, this Open Access journal is committed to providing a platform for innovative research and practices that promote quality of life for patients with life-limiting illnesses. With a focus on health policy and environmental and occupational health, the journal holds a respected position in the Q3 quartile for both categories, reflecting its significant contributions to scholarly discourse. Ranked #393 in Public Health and #185 in Health Policy according to Scopus, it serves as an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to deepen their understanding of palliative care and its implications within public policy and health frameworks. Through its rigorous editorial standards and broad accessibility, the Indian Journal of Palliative Care plays a vital role in shaping effective solutions and policies that aim to enhance patient care and well-being.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.40
Journal Impact Factor1.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.30
H-Index37
Journal IF Without Self1.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.24
Influence0.32
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life6.40
Citing Half Life9.40
JCI0.31
Total Documents1117
WOS Total Citations1210
SCIMAGO Total Citations3065
SCIMAGO SELF Citations381
Scopus Journal Rank0.40
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.98
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.15
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.22

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #393/665
Percentile 40.90
Quartile Q3
Health Policy in Medicine
Rank #185/310
Percentile 40.32
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 145/174
Percentile 17.00
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 157/175
Percentile 10.29
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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