Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences

metrics 2024

Advancing medical knowledge, one study at a time.

Introduction

The Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences, published by PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL PUBLICATIONS, is a leading open-access journal dedicated to advancing the field of medicine since its inception in 2002. With a strong emphasis on disseminating high-quality research, this journal serves as a vital platform for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students alike, fostering a deeper understanding of diverse medical disciplines. Based in Pakistan, and indexed in prestigious databases such as Scopus, it has established itself within the Q3 category in Medicine (miscellaneous) and ranks in the 80th percentile amongst its peers, reflecting its commitment to quality and relevance. The journal covers a broad scope of topics and accepts innovative research findings that address pressing medical challenges, thereby contributing to the global discourse in healthcare. Whether you are examining clinical studies or exploring medical education, the Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences invites you to engage with its comprehensive content, facilitating better practices and improved patient outcomes across the medical community.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.47
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.60
H-Index48
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.92
Influence0.29
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life4.90
Citing Half Life5.20
JCI0.52
Total Documents5607
WOS Total Citations5097
SCIMAGO Total Citations13542
SCIMAGO SELF Citations998
Scopus Journal Rank0.47
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.16
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.84
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.85

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Medicine in Medicine
Rank #127/636
Percentile 80.03
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 150/325
Percentile 54.00
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 109/329
Percentile 66.87
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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