The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine (Korean J Intern Med, KJIM) is an international medical journal published six times a year in English by the Korean Association of Internal Medicine. Abbreviated title is Korean J Intern Med. The Journal publishes peer-reviewed original articles, reviews, and editorials on all aspects of medicine, including clinical investigations and basic research. Both human and experimental animal studies are welcome, as are new findings on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
20
weeks to review
Average · median is 15 wks
Q2
SJR Rank
Top 50% in field
General Information
Country / RegionSouth Korea
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published1949
Frequency6 times a year
StatusActive (last: 2026)
Total Publications8,564
Publisher OrgKorean Association of Internal Medicine
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Internal MedicineQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Medicine, General & Internal
Scopus Categories
Internal Medicine
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Legal and Regulatory AnalysisLinguistic, Cultural, and Literary StudiesMilitary Technology and StrategiesLiver Disease Diagnosis and TreatmentHelicobacter pylori-related gastroenterology studiesGastrointestinal disorders and treatmentsGastric Cancer Management and OutcomesLymphoma Diagnosis and TreatmentHepatitis B Virus StudiesDiverse Approaches in Healthcare and Education Studies