Family Medicine publishes original research, systematic reviews, narrative essays, and policy analyses relevant to the discipline of family medicine, particularly focusing on primary care medical education, health workforce policy, and health services research. The journal does not publish clinical review articles.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Q2
SJR Rank
Top 50% in field
General Information
Country / RegionUnited States
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published—
Frequency10 issues a year, with combination issues in July-August and November-December
StatusActive
Total Publications1,691
Publisher OrgSociety of Teachers of Family Medicine
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Family PracticeQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Medicine, General & InternalPrimary Health Care
Scopus Categories
Family Practice
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Primary Care and Health OutcomesInnovations in Medical EducationDiversity and Career in MedicineGlobal Health Workforce IssuesHealth and Medical Research Impacts