As of January 1st, 2026, this journal will no longer be published by Springer Nature. The new publisher will be Mattioli 1885, their website can be viewed here and the link to their submission system can be found here. The Ultrasound Journal is a peer-reviewed open access platform that is dedicated to advancing knowledge in ultrasound practice, research, and education. Official publication of WINFOCUS, a leading global scientific organization focused on critical ultrasound. Broadens the scope of ultrasound practice, through case reports, reviews, original articles, and brief reports. Accepts submissions of supplements and abstracts from scientific meetings.
⚡ 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
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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.
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and ImagingQ1
Radiological and Ultrasound TechnologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Scopus Categories
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and ImagingRadiological and Ultrasound Technology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Ultrasound in Clinical ApplicationsRadiology practices and educationHemodynamic Monitoring and TherapyCardiac Arrest and ResuscitationCentral Venous Catheters and HemodialysisTraumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular DisturbancesUltrasound and Hyperthermia ApplicationsPleural and Pulmonary DiseasesAppendicitis Diagnosis and ManagementRespiratory Support and Mechanisms