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Editors and Journals: Part I-Responsibilities And Expectations Of Editors: Who Is the Editor and Why an Editor?
Philip R Cohen1,2, Lawrence Charles Parish3,4, W Clark Lambert5,6
1Dermatology Department, Davis Medical Center, University of California, Sacramento, CA.
Skinmed
|November 9, 2023
Summary
The medical journal editor is key to its success, shaping content and quality. Journal owners must support the editor
Area of Science:
- Medical Publishing
- Journal Management
- Scholarly Communication
Background:
- Medical journals rely on key stakeholders: readers, authors, editors, and owners.
- The editor holds significant influence, branding the journal and dictating its content and quality standards.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define the critical role of the editor in medical journal success.
- To emphasize the importance of editorial independence and owner support.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of journal components and their interdependencies.
- Review of editorial responsibilities and their impact on journal quality.
Main Results:
- The editor's responsibilities are crucial for maintaining journal excellence.
- Editorial independence is paramount for upholding journal standards and credibility.
Conclusions:
- Unwavering owner support for the editor, including upholding editorial independence, is essential for a medical journal's sustained success and integrity.
