Journal of Medical Humanities

metrics 2024

Fostering Interdisciplinary Dialogue in Medical Humanities

Introduction

Journal of Medical Humanities, published by Springer, serves as a critical platform for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of medicine, health policy, and the humanities. Established in 1989 and set to continue its scholarly contributions through 2024, this journal addresses the complex dynamics between health, culture, and society, making it a significant resource for academics, practitioners, and students in the social sciences. Although it operates under a subscription model, the journal maintains an impactful presence with a 2023 Scopus ranking that places it in the Q3 category for both health policy and health (social science), reflecting its commitment to insightful discourse and research quality in these vital areas. Moreover, with a focus on innovative methodologies and discussions, the Journal of Medical Humanities remains essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the role of the humanities in shaping healthcare narratives and policy.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.33
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.10
H-Index32
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.17
Influence0.42
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life6.70
Citing Half Life7.50
JCI2.58
Total Documents816
WOS Total Citations537
SCIMAGO Total Citations1324
SCIMAGO SELF Citations60
Scopus Journal Rank0.33
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.84
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.95
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.96

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Health (social science) in Social Sciences
Rank #209/371
Percentile 43.67
Quartile Q3
Health Policy in Medicine
Rank #202/310
Percentile 34.84
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

HUMANITIES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 15/406
Percentile 96.31
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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