JOURNAL OF PALLIATIVE MEDICINE

metrics 2024

Innovating palliative practices for enhanced patient quality of life.

Introduction

Welcome to the Journal of Palliative Medicine, a distinguished peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the field of palliative care. Published by Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., this journal serves as a vital resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students in the disciplines of anesthesiology, nursing, and general medicine. With an impressive track record since its inception in 1998, the journal has achieved Q1 status in both Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, as well as in Nursing (Miscellaneous), reflecting its scholarly impact within the academic community. The impact factor and rank underscore its significance, with the journal positioned at the 75th percentile in General Nursing and the 65th percentile in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine according to Scopus rankings. Though the journal follows a subscription model, it remains committed to disseminating critical research that improves patient care and quality of life for those facing serious illnesses. As the field continues to evolve, the Journal of Palliative Medicine remains a cornerstone for fostering innovation and education in palliative practices, underscoring the importance of compassionate care.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.79
Journal Impact Factor2.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.40
H-Index108
Journal IF Without Self2.20
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.03
Influence1.29
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life7.20
Citing Half Life6.70
JCI0.67
Total Documents6016
WOS Total Citations7013
SCIMAGO Total Citations26088
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2667
Scopus Journal Rank0.79
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.65
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.82
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.83

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Nursing in Nursing
Rank #35/139
Percentile 74.82
Quartile Q2
Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine in Medicine
Rank #47/136
Percentile 65.44
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 83/174
Percentile 52.60
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 89/175
Percentile 49.14
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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