SOUTHERN MEDICAL JOURNAL

metrics 2024

Bridging Historical Wisdom with Contemporary Practices

Introduction

SOUTHERN MEDICAL JOURNAL, published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, stands as a vital resource in the field of medicine, operating since 1908 and looking ahead to its convergence in 2024. With an ISSN of 0038-4348 and an E-ISSN of 1541-8243, this esteemed journal holds a Q3 ranking in Medicine (miscellaneous) and is positioned within the 53rd percentile for General Medicine according to Scopus rankings, reflecting its significant contribution to the field. The journal offers a platform for researchers and professionals to disseminate original research, reviews, and clinical studies that address diverse medical topics and challenges in the southern United States and beyond. Although it does not currently offer open access, the journal continues to provide access options for readers and contributors alike. Its blend of historical value and contemporary relevance makes it an essential source for those wishing to stay abreast of developments in general and miscellaneous medicine.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.36
Journal Impact Factor1.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.00
H-Index84
Journal IF Without Self1.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.34
Influence0.34
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life18.40
Citing Half Life7.50
JCI0.25
Total Documents6258
WOS Total Citations3792
SCIMAGO Total Citations16183
SCIMAGO SELF Citations458
Scopus Journal Rank0.36
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.83
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.80
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.75

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Medicine in Medicine
Rank #299/636
Percentile 52.99
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 168/325
Percentile 48.50
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL
Rank 182/329
Percentile 44.68
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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