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Methods of Information in Medicine

|January 14, 2011

Summary

Methods of Information in Medicine enhances online access and maintains its broad scope in medical informatics and related fields. The journal continues to be a vital forum for research methodology and applications.

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Area of Science:

Medical Informatics
Biomedical Engineering
Bioinformatics
Health Care

Background:

Methods of Information in Medicine, established in 1962, is the oldest international journal in medical informatics.
The journal is entering its sixth decade, necessitating a review of its profile and strategic direction.

Observation:

The journal now offers online access to all its articles from 1962 to the present.
Recent strategic decisions have refined the journal's aims and editorial policies.

Findings:

Methods of Information in Medicine emphasizes the fundamental methodology of processing data, information, and knowledge in medicine and healthcare.
While focusing on medical informatics, the journal has consistently included articles in medical biometry, biomedical engineering, and bioinformatics.

Implications:

The journal's broad scope will be maintained due to the increasing overlap and need for a unified publication forum across related disciplines.
To accommodate this, the number of associate editors has been expanded.