Philosophy of Medicine
University Library System, University of Pittsburgh · United States · Est. 2020
Aims & Scope
Philosophy of Medicine is an open-access journal that publishes exceptional original philosophical research and perspectives on all aspects of medicine, including medical research and practices. Through its public-facing section The Examination Room, it also publishes content for the wider public, including health professionals and health scientists. The mission of Philosophy of Medicine is to serve as the flagship journal for the field by advancing research in philosophy of medicine, by engaging widely with medicine, health sciences and the public, and by providing open-access content for all without charging authors publication fees.
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Frequently asked questions about Philosophy of Medicine
Is Philosophy of Medicine a predatory journal?
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What is the impact factor of Philosophy of Medicine?
Philosophy of Medicine is not in the Web of Science Core Collection, so it has no official Clarivate Journal Impact Factor.
Is Philosophy of Medicine indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?
Philosophy of Medicine is indexed in DOAJ.
What is the aims and scope of Philosophy of Medicine?
Philosophy of Medicine is an open-access journal that publishes exceptional original philosophical research and perspectives on all aspects of medicine, including medical research and practices. Through its public-facing section The Examination Room, it also publishes content for the wider public, including health professionals and health scientists. The mission of Philosophy of Medicine is to serve as the flagship journal for the field by advancing research in philosophy of medicine, by engaging widely with medicine, health sciences and the public, and by providing open-access content for all
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