Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews
Scope & Guideline
Empowering healthcare with patient-centered insights.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Patient-Centered Care Research:
The journal emphasizes research that prioritizes the needs, preferences, and experiences of patients, ensuring that their voices are central to healthcare delivery and outcomes. - Health Services and Systems Research:
It covers studies that explore healthcare systems, policies, and practices, particularly those that enhance patient engagement and improve health service delivery. - Qualitative and Mixed-Methods Research:
Utilizing qualitative and mixed-methods approaches, the journal seeks to understand complex patient experiences and the nuances of healthcare interactions. - Implementation Science:
The journal publishes research on the implementation of evidence-based practices in clinical settings, with a focus on how these practices affect patient outcomes. - Health Equity and Disparities:
A core area of focus is on health equity, addressing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes among diverse patient populations.
Trending and Emerging
- Technology and Digital Health:
There is a growing interest in the intersection of technology and healthcare, including the use of virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and telehealth, highlighting their role in enhancing patient care. - Patient Engagement and Decision-Making:
Emerging themes emphasize the importance of involving patients in decision-making processes, particularly through the use of decision aids and patient-reported outcomes. - Impact of COVID-19 on Healthcare Practices:
The pandemic has catalyzed research focusing on how COVID-19 has transformed patient care, including adaptations in service delivery and the implications for future healthcare practices. - Mental Health and Well-Being:
An increase in studies addressing mental health challenges, particularly in the context of chronic illness and patient experiences during the pandemic, signifies a broader recognition of mental health's critical role in overall patient care. - Health Equity Initiatives:
There is an emerging focus on health disparities and equity, with research aimed at understanding and addressing inequalities in healthcare access and outcomes for marginalized populations.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Clinical Trials:
There seems to be a decline in the publication of traditional clinical trial results, as the journal shifts towards studies that incorporate patient perspectives and real-world applications. - Basic Biomedical Research:
Research that focuses solely on basic biomedical science without a clear connection to patient outcomes or experiences has seen a reduction in representation, favoring studies that bridge clinical practice and patient engagement. - General Health Statistics:
There is a waning interest in purely statistical analyses of health trends without context regarding patient implications, as the journal seeks more narrative-driven insights.
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