JOURNAL OF KOREAN MEDICAL SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Connecting Researchers, Practitioners, and Students in Medicine

Introduction

Journal of Korean Medical Science, published by the Korean Academy of Medical Sciences, is a leading academic journal dedicated to advancing the field of general medicine. Established in 1986, this prestigious journal has maintained an impressive reputation, achieving a Scopus rank of #49 out of 636 in the general medicine category, positioning it in the 92nd percentile. With an impact factor reflective of its rigorous peer-review process, the journal proudly transitioned to Open Access publishing in 2010, ensuring that cutting-edge research is readily available to the global medical community. The journal encompasses a wide range of medical topics, facilitating the dissemination of knowledge and promoting collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and students alike. The Journal of Korean Medical Science not only fosters innovation and scientific discourse but also serves as a vital resource for those dedicated to enhancing health outcomes worldwide. For further exploration of the journal's contributions to medical science, please refer to the full-text articles available online.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.78
Journal Impact Factor3.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.70
H-Index85
Journal IF Without Self3.00
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.81
Influence0.67
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life6.60
Citing Half Life6.70
JCI0.98
Total Documents6854
WOS Total Citations9328
SCIMAGO Total Citations32552
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1858
Scopus Journal Rank0.78
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.85
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.87
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.64

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Medicine in Medicine
Rank #49/636
Percentile 92.30
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 58/325
Percentile 82.30
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 53/329
Percentile 83.89
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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