
Academic Journal
Q1JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
About JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
About JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by American Medical Association (United States). It focuses on Q1. Publication coverage spans 2013-2026.
Key indicators: ISSN 2168-619X, 2168-6181; H-index 161.
Understanding This Journal's Metrics
Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:
- H-index (161): Exceptionally high — 161 articles have each been cited at least 161 times. This indicates deep, sustained influence in the field.
Publishing in JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
An established venue in its field. The journal welcomes solid, well-executed research. Ensure your manuscript fits the stated scope and follows author guidelines carefully.
- Scope fit: Confirm your research aligns with Q1. Off-scope manuscripts are typically desk-rejected quickly.
- Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.
Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?
- Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
- Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
- Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
- Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ISSN of JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery?
2168-619X, 2168-6181.
Who publishes JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery?
American Medical Association.
What are JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery's metrics?
H-index 161.
Is JAMA Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.
Source-backed journal facts
Topics in published research
Head and Neck Cancer Studies; Tracheal and airway disorders; Head and Neck Surgical Oncology; Hearing, Cochlea, Tinnitus, Genetics; Voice and Speech Disorders; Hearing Loss and Rehabilitation.
OpenAlex classifies topics from published works. These topics are not the publisher’s official aims and scope.
Source: OpenAlex source record. Retrieved 2026-10-03. Source record updated 2026-10-02. OpenAlex metrics are different from SCImago metrics and the Clarivate Journal Impact Factor.
Journal Metrics
Quartile, SJR and the listed SCImago H-index use the 2025 imported SCImago dataset. A quartile may vary by subject category. Values without a source or reporting year are unverified historical entries. Verify the current Journal Impact Factor with Clarivate or the publisher before using it.
Aims & Scope
The publisher’s official aims and scope have not yet been verified for this profile. Use the journal website to check subject fit and accepted article types before submitting.
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