Academic Journal
Q3Saudi Medical Journal
About Saudi Medical Journal
About Saudi Medical Journal
Saudi Medical Journal is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Saudi Arabian Armed Forces Hospital (Saudi Arabia). It focuses on Q3. Publication coverage spans 1979-2024.
Key indicators: ISSN 1658-3175, 0379-5284; H-index 69.
Understanding This Journal's Metrics
Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:
- H-index (69): Strong citation impact — 69 articles cited at least 69 times each, reflecting solid influence.
Publishing in Saudi Medical Journal
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 Q3. 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.
- Submission: Submit via the official journal website.
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 Saudi Medical Journal?
1658-3175, 0379-5284.
Who publishes Saudi Medical Journal?
Saudi Arabian Armed Forces Hospital.
What are Saudi Medical Journal's metrics?
H-index 69.
Where do I submit to Saudi Medical Journal?
Via the official website.
Is Saudi Medical Journal peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.
Source-backed journal facts
Topics in published research
Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins; Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders; Hepatitis B Virus Studies; Anesthesia and Pain Management; Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies; Innovations in Medical Education.
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.
Recent Research Articles
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2026-10-15 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8864Efficacy and Safety of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Psoriasis: <i>A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis</i>
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2026-10-15 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8861Association of Kirsten Rat Sarcoma Viral Oncogene Homolog Mutation with the Prognosis of Colorectal Cancer in Arab Countries and Saudi Arabia: <i>A systematic review and meta-analysis</i>
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2026-10-15 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8860Machine Learning and Large Language Model Decision Support for Medication-Error Prevention Across the Medication-Use Process: <i>A Systematic Review with Implications for Saudi Arabia</i>
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Azra Zafar, Mustafa AL-Qarni
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Maha M. Aleid, Manar A. Alharbi, Amal N. Almadouj, Ahmad I. Alrawaji et al.
2026-09-14 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8853Thrombosis Rate and Risk Factors in Pediatric Patients with Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters
Ahmed A. Alabdulkarim, Abdullah I. Almojali, Tharaa S. Alhowaish, Dena S. Alsuhaibani et al.
2026-09-14 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8854Implementing Diagnosis-Related Groups for Value-Based Healthcare in Saudi Arabia: <i>A Systematic Review of Evidence on Barriers and Facilitators</i>
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2026-09-14 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8847Drooling in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Narrative Review of the Current Management Landscape
Kamel A. Alenazi
2026-09-14 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8850Knowledge, Practice and Perceived Barriers of Healthcare Provider Adherence to the Notifiable Disease Surveillance System (NDSS) in Government Hospitals and Primary Healthcare Centers in Jazan, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study
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2026-09-14 · DOI: 10.15537/1658-3175.8851Reviews
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