Medical Humanities is an international journal from BMJ and IME publishing studies on the history of medicine, cultures of medicine, disability, gender, bioethics & medical education. The journal publishes scholarly and critical articles on a broad range of topics. These include history of medicine, cultures of medicine, disability studies, gender and the body, communities in crisis, bioethics, and public health.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
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.
PhilosophyQ1
Pathology and Forensic MedicineQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Scopus Categories
PhilosophyPathology and Forensic Medicine
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Empathy and Medical EducationMental Health and PsychiatryInnovations in Medical EducationHistorical Psychiatry and Medical PracticesHistorical Studies on Reproduction, Gender, Health, and Societal ChangesMental Health and Patient InvolvementHistory of Medicine StudiesArt Therapy and Mental HealthEthics in medical practiceGrief, Bereavement, and Mental Health