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Submit your primary care research to a leading open access journal advancing family medicine and general practice excellence worldwide.
Publish Your Primary Care Research
International Journal of General Practice invites original research, clinical studies, quality improvement reports, and comprehensive reviews addressing all aspects of family medicine and primary healthcare delivery. Our rigorous peer review ensures published work meets the highest clinical and scientific standards.
We provide a platform for family physicians, general practitioners, nurse practitioners, and primary care researchers to share discoveries that improve patient outcomes and strengthen healthcare systems globally.
International Journal of General Practice welcomes submissions addressing fundamental and applied aspects of primary care across all clinical settings and patient populations. Our editorial focus spans the complete spectrum of family medicine from acute care to chronic disease management and health promotion.
Clinical Practice Research
Studies on diagnostic approaches, treatment effectiveness, patient outcomes, and clinical decision-making in primary care settings serving diverse patient populations.
Chronic Disease Management
Research on diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, respiratory conditions, and multimorbidity management strategies in general practice environments.
Preventive Medicine
Investigations into screening programs, vaccination initiatives, health promotion interventions, and lifestyle modification approaches for disease prevention.
Health Services Research
Studies on primary care access, healthcare delivery models, practice organization, workforce development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Patient-Centered Care
Research on shared decision-making, patient communication, health literacy, care coordination, and approaches enhancing patient experience and engagement.
Mental Health in Primary Care
Studies on depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and integrated behavioral health services within general practice settings.
International Journal of General Practice publishes diverse article formats to accommodate different research contributions. Each submission type undergoes appropriate peer review tailored to its specific requirements and expected impact on primary care practice.
- Original Research: Full-length clinical investigations presenting novel findings with detailed methodology and analysis
- Quality Improvement Studies: Systematic improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes and implementation lessons
- Review Articles: Comprehensive systematic or narrative reviews synthesizing current knowledge on primary care topics
- Clinical Case Studies: Educational presentations of challenging cases with diagnostic and management insights
- Practice Innovations: Descriptions of novel approaches to primary care delivery with evaluation data
- Short Communications: Brief reports on timely findings, pilot studies, or emerging practice issues
Rapid publication: International Journal of General Practice prioritizes timely dissemination of clinically relevant findings. Our editorial process aims to deliver initial decisions within four weeks, with accepted manuscripts published online within days of final acceptance.
Publishing with International Journal of General Practice offers distinct advantages for researchers seeking to maximize the impact of their primary care research. Our commitment to open access ensures your work reaches the broadest possible audience of clinicians and policymakers.
Global Visibility
Open access publication removes barriers, ensuring your primary care research reaches family physicians, health systems, and policymakers worldwide without subscription limitations.
Expert Peer Review
Rigorous evaluation by recognized specialists in family medicine ensures published work meets the highest clinical and methodological standards.
Rapid Turnaround
Efficient editorial workflows minimize time from submission to publication, allowing timely dissemination of findings relevant to clinical practice.
Permanent Archiving
Digital preservation partnerships ensure long-term accessibility of your research for future generations of primary care practitioners and researchers.
Authors should prepare manuscripts following IJGP formatting requirements detailed in our Instructions for Authors. Submissions must represent original work not previously published or under consideration elsewhere. All authors must agree to submission and meet authorship criteria according to ICMJE guidelines established for medical publications.
Studies involving patients require appropriate ethical approvals and informed consent documentation. Research involving vulnerable populations including children, elderly, and cognitively impaired individuals should demonstrate enhanced ethical oversight appropriate to general practice settings. Clinical trials must be registered in recognized databases before enrollment begins.
IJGP particularly encourages submissions addressing these priority areas reflecting current challenges and opportunities in primary care practice and healthcare delivery systems worldwide.
Digital Health Integration
Telehealth implementation, remote patient monitoring, electronic health records optimization, and digital tools enhancing clinical workflow and patient engagement in family practice.
Healthcare Equity
Studies addressing disparities in care access, social determinants of health, culturally responsive approaches, and strategies reducing inequities in underserved communities.
Workforce Development
Research on training, recruitment, retention, burnout prevention, and team-based care models strengthening the primary care workforce globally.
Publishing in IJGP provides immediate, unrestricted access to your research for the global primary care community. Open access removes subscription barriers, enabling clinicians in resource-limited settings, policymakers, and patients to access evidence-based knowledge directly without institutional affiliations.
Your research gains enhanced visibility through comprehensive indexing, social media promotion, and permanent digital preservation ensuring long-term accessibility for future generations of family medicine practitioners and researchers worldwide.
International Journal of General Practice welcomes contributions from researchers worldwide, recognizing that primary care challenges and solutions vary across healthcare systems. We actively seek manuscripts from diverse international collaborations bringing multiple perspectives to general practice research. Multi-site studies comparing approaches across different healthcare contexts are particularly valued.
Authors from low and middle-income countries receive fee waiver consideration, ensuring economic factors do not prevent publication of important primary care research from these regions.
For pre-submission inquiries about manuscript suitability, scope questions, or special issue opportunities, contact the editorial office at [email protected]. Our team provides prompt guidance to help authors determine the best pathway for their primary care research submissions. We encourage authors to reach out before submitting if uncertain about scope fit.
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Join the community of primary care researchers advancing family medicine through rigorous peer-reviewed publication. Your research can improve patient care in communities worldwide.
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