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Choosing the right journal for your research is crucial for maximizing visibility, impact, and reaching your target audience. The Journal of Advanced Medicine is a new, innovative medical journal launching in August 2025. While we don't yet have established metrics like impact factors, we offer unique advantages for researchers seeking high-quality, accessible publication opportunities.

Journal Comparison

Feature	JAM Journal of Advanced Medicine	NEJM New England Journal of Medicine	JAMA JAMA	BMJ The BMJ	Lancet The Lancet
Impact Factor	New Journal To be established	91.245	56.272	39.890	79.321
Launch Date	August 2025 Fresh start	1812 200+ years	1883 140+ years	1840 180+ years	1823 200+ years
Acceptance Rate	25-35% Rigorous but accessible	5%	9%	7%	4%
Time to First Decision	21-28 days Efficient review	7 days	21 days	24 days	8 days
Time to Publication	60-90 days Fast-track available	120 days	160 days	145 days	130 days
Publication Frequency	Bimonthly (6 issues/year)	Weekly (52 issues/year)	Weekly (48 issues/year)	Weekly (52 issues/year)	Weekly (52 issues/year)
Open Access Model	Full Open Access All content freely available	Hybrid only	Hybrid only	Full OA	Hybrid, Green
Article Processing Charge (APC)	$399 Launch pricing	$5,000	$4,500	$4,450	$5,000+
Waiver Policy	Generous waivers Supporting global research	Limited	Limited	Full waivers	Limited
Indexing Status	Application submitted PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science	PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, EMBASE	PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, EMBASE	PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, EMBASE	PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, EMBASE
Article Types	Original Research Review Articles Clinical Trials Case Reports Perspectives Commentaries Letters to the Editor Rapid Communications	Original Research Review Articles Clinical Trials Case Reports Perspectives Editorials Letters to the Editor	Original Research Review Articles Clinical Trials Opinion Editorials Letters to the Editor	Original Research Review Articles Clinical Trials Analysis Editorials Letters to the Editor	Original Research Review Articles Clinical Trials Viewpoints Commentaries Letters to the Editor
Special Features	Coming Soon Modern editorial platform Enhanced digital features Social media promotion Early career researcher support Interdisciplinary focus Global accessibility	NEJM Catalyst Audio Summaries Video content Global reach and recognition	JAMA Network Medical News Visual Abstracts Multiple specialty journals	BMJ Rapid Responses Research methodology focus Clinical education Patient involvement	Specialty journals Commissions Global health focus High public visibility

Why Choose the Journal of Advanced Medicine

The Journal of Advanced Medicine offers unique advantages as a new, innovative journal in the medical publishing landscape:

Fresh Start, High Standards

As a new journal launching in August 2025, we bring modern editorial practices, cutting-edge technology, and innovative approaches to scholarly publishing while maintaining rigorous peer review standards.

Accessible Excellence

Our acceptance rate of 25-35% makes us more accessible to quality research while maintaining rigorous standards. We believe excellent research shouldn't be limited by extremely competitive acceptance rates.

Affordable Open Access

Our launch APC of just $399 is significantly lower than established journals, making open access publishing highly accessible. Our generous waiver policy supports researchers worldwide.

Efficient Publication Process

Our streamlined review process (21-28 days to first decision, 60-90 days to publication) allows your research to reach the community quickly without compromising on quality.

Global Reach from Day One

We're building indexing partnerships and establishing our presence in major databases. Being part of our inaugural issues means being part of medical publishing history.

Enhanced Features

We're developing cutting-edge features to enhance the author and reader experience. Stay tuned for announcements about our innovative tools and services coming soon.

Subject Focus Comparison

The chart below illustrates the distribution of published articles by subject area across different journals. This can help you identify the journal that best aligns with your research focus.

Clinical Medicine

Basic Science

Public Health

Medical Technology

Healthcare Policy

JAM

35%

30%

15%

5%

NEJM

60%

20%

10%

5%

JAMA

55%

15%

20%

5%

BMJ

45%

10%

25%

5%

15%

Lancet

50%

15%

25%

5%

Note: Percentages represent the approximate distribution of published articles by subject area in 2023.

When to Choose the Journal of Advanced Medicine

JAM is perfect for researchers who:

Want to be part of launching a new, innovative medical journal
Have high-quality research that deserves wide visibility
Value efficient publication timelines without sacrificing peer review quality
Seek affordable, fully open access publication options
Are early or mid-career researchers looking for supportive editorial processes
Conduct interdisciplinary research spanning multiple medical fields
Are from underrepresented regions and need accessible publication venues
Want to publish in a modern, author-friendly journal environment
Appreciate enhanced digital features and social media promotion

Consider other journals if:

You specifically need an established impact factor for institutional requirements
Your research requires immediate recognition from the highest-prestige journals
You have breakthrough clinical trial results with massive global implications
Your institution mandates publication in specific top-tier journals
You prefer journals with decades of established history
Your research fits perfectly within a highly specialized niche journal

Remember:

Every prestigious journal was once new. The New England Journal of Medicine started in 1812, The Lancet in 1823. We're building the next generation of medical publishing excellence.

Editorial Board Vision

The Journal of Advanced Medicine represents the future of medical publishing. We're committed to creating a platform that combines rigorous peer review with modern accessibility, supporting researchers at all career stages while maintaining the highest standards of scientific integrity.

Prof. Zuhier A. Awan

Editor-in-Chief
Journal of Advanced Medicine

We're building something special - a journal that will grow with the medical community. Our focus on early career researchers, interdisciplinary work, and global accessibility will help shape the next generation of medical literature.

Editorial Board

Journal of Advanced Medicine
Collective Vision

Join Our Inaugural Issues

Be part of history by contributing to our first year of publication. Authors publishing in our inaugural volumes will:

Receive special recognition as founding contributors
Benefit from enhanced promotion and visibility
Get priority consideration for our editorial spotlights
Enjoy reduced APCs during our launch period

Journal Selection Advice

Deciding which journal to submit your work to involves considering multiple factors. Here are some key questions to ask yourself:

Who is your target audience?

Consider whether you want to reach clinical practitioners, researchers, policymakers, or a combination. Different journals have different readership profiles.

What is your publication timeline?

If you need relatively quick publication while maintaining quality peer review, consider journals with efficient review processes like JAM.

What are your open access requirements?

Check if you have funder mandates for open access and consider the different OA models and associated costs.

What is the scope and focus of your research?

Ensure your research aligns with the journal's scope. JAM welcomes interdisciplinary research that might not fit neatly into traditional categories.

What is your career stage and publication goals?

Early career researchers might benefit from journals with higher acceptance rates but still good visibility, while established researchers might prioritize top-tier journals.

Ready to Submit?

If you believe the Journal of Advanced Medicine is the right fit for your research, we invite you to review our Guide for Authors and prepare your submission.

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