RMD Open is an open access, peer-reviewed rheumatology journal that publishes original research on rheumatic and musculoskeletal disorders and connective tissue diseases. RMD Open publishes high quality peer-reviewed original research covering the full spectrum of musculoskeletal disorders, rheumatism and connective tissue diseases, including osteoporosis, spine and rehabilitation. Clinical and epidemiological research, basic and translational medicine, interesting clinical cases, and smaller studies that add to the literature are all considered. It is an online only open access journal that aims to provide rapid publication of research through a continuous publication model. All submitted content is subject to peer review prior to publication. Published work is free to read.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
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ImmunologyQ1
Immunology and AllergyQ1
RheumatologyQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Rheumatology
Scopus Categories
RheumatologyImmunologyImmunology and Allergy
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and TherapiesSpondyloarthritis Studies and TreatmentsSystemic Lupus Erythematosus ResearchAutoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders ResearchPsoriasis: Treatment and PathogenesisSystemic Sclerosis and Related DiseasesOsteoarthritis Treatment and MechanismsSpine and Intervertebral Disc PathologyVasculitis and related conditionsGout, Hyperuricemia, Uric Acid