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How to choose the best journal for your case report
Richard A Rison1,2, Jennifer Kelly Shepphird3, Michael R Kidd4,5
1University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles County Medical Center, 12401 Washington Blvd., Whittier, CA, 90602, USA. rison@usc.edu.
Journal of Medical Case Reports
|July 23, 2017
Summary
The rapid growth of open access journals publishing case reports presents both opportunities and challenges. Authors must navigate this landscape carefully to select reputable journals and avoid predatory practices.
Area of Science:
- Medical Publishing
- Open Access Journals
- Case Report Dissemination
Background:
- The proliferation of open access (OA) journals since 2006 has significantly impacted medical case report publication.
- OA publishing models offer free online access but often involve author-paid publication fees.
- Leading publishers like BioMed Central and PLOS ONE have driven the OA movement.
Discussion:
- The expansion of OA publishing has unfortunately led to an increase in predatory journals.
- These bad-faith publishers exploit the OA model for financial gain.
- Authors face challenges in distinguishing legitimate OA journals from deceptive ones.
Key Insights:
- Established guidelines and resources exist to aid authors in journal selection.
- Careful evaluation is crucial to ensure publication in reputable, high-quality journals.
- Understanding the nuances of OA publishing is vital for researchers.
Outlook:
- Continued vigilance and author education are necessary to combat predatory publishing.
- The future of case report dissemination relies on maintaining the integrity of the OA model.
- Promoting transparency and ethical practices in scientific publishing remains paramount.
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