Overview
Submission Instructions
Recent Publications
Frequently Asked Questions
Research Topics
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Subject
Medicine, General & Internal
Impact Factor
4.1
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Closed
ISSN
0891-1150
eISSN
1939-2869
Invitation Only
Yes
Submission Instructions
Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine is an invitation-only journal. Submissions are accepted by invitation from the editorial board only. The following article types are accepted:
1-Minute Consult
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Target length is 3,000 to 3,500 words, excluding tables, references, and figures. Authors must disclose any AI technologies used during manuscript development and submit the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine AI Disclosure Form with the manuscript.
References
References must be limited to 40 unless a specific article type indicates otherwise. References must be numbered in the order cited in the text. Journal titles must be abbreviated according to Index Medicus/NLM, list all authors when there are 6 or fewer, and list the first 3 followed by et al when there are 7 or more.
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files and figures must not be embedded in the manuscript. Tables must be editable Word files with a title, and each figure or table must indicate whether it is original, reprinted, adapted, or based on another source and include the complete source citation when applicable.
Current Drug Therapy
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Target length is 3,000 to 3,500 words, excluding tables, references, and figures. An AI disclosure form must be submitted with the manuscript to disclose any AI technologies used, including the date range, tool names and versions, and the areas of use.
References
References must be limited to 40. References must be numbered in the order cited, use Index Medicus/NLM journal title abbreviations, list all authors when there are 6 or fewer, and list the first 3 authors followed by "et al" when there are 7 or more.
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files and not embedded in the manuscript. Each table or figure must indicate whether it is original, reprinted, adapted, or based on another source, and reused material must include the complete source citation and publisher permission.
Guidelines To Practice
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Manuscript target length is 3,000 to 3,500 words, excluding tables, references, and figures. Authors must disclose any AI technologies used during manuscript development and submit the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine AI Disclosure Form with the manuscript.
References
References must be limited to 40. References must be numbered in the order cited, journal titles must be abbreviated according to Index Medicus/NLM, and references with 7 or more authors must list the first 3 followed by "et al" while those with 6 or fewer authors list all authors.
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript. Each table and figure must indicate whether it is original, reprinted, adapted, or based on another source, and reused material must include the complete source citation and permission documentation.
Interpreting Key Trials
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is not required.
Manuscript
Manuscript should be 750 words or fewer. Manuscript should briefly describe the most important findings of the trial and discuss the implications for clinical practice. Manuscript must include an AI disclosure form and disclosure of any AI tools used, including the date range, tool names and versions, and the areas of use.
References
References must be limited to 10. References must be numbered in the order cited, use Index Medicus/NLM journal abbreviations, list all authors when there are 6 or fewer, and list the first 3 authors followed by et al when there are 7 or more.
Figures & Tables
No more than 1 figure or table is permitted. Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files and not embedded in the manuscript. Tables must be provided as editable Word files with a title, and each table or figure must indicate whether it is original, reprinted, adapted, or based on another source and include source citation and permission when applicable.
Letter To The Editor
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Letter to the Editor should be less than 300 words. Letter to the Editor must be written in response to an article published in CCJM and must not be a case report.
References
Letter to the Editor must have no more than 5 references. References must be numbered in the order cited, use Index Medicus/NLM journal abbreviations, list all authors when there are 6 or fewer, and list the first 3 authors followed by "et al" when there are 7 or more.
Figures & Tables
Figures, illustrations, photographic images, and tables must be submitted as separate files rather than embedded in the manuscript.
Smart Testing
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Manuscript target length is 3,000 to 3,500 words excluding tables, references, and figures. Authors must disclose any AI technologies used during manuscript development and submit the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine AI Disclosure Form with the manuscript.
References
References must be limited to 40. References must be numbered in the order cited, use Index Medicus/NLM journal title abbreviations, list all authors when there are 6 or fewer, and list the first 3 authors followed by "et al" when there are 7 or more.
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files and figures must not be embedded in the manuscript. Each table and figure must include a title or source status and complete source citation when reprinted, adapted, or based on another source.
Symptoms To Diagnosis
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Manuscript target length is 3,000 to 3,500 words excluding tables, references, and figures. An AI disclosure form describing the tools used, version numbers, date range, and areas of use must be submitted with the manuscript.
References
References must be limited to 40. References must be numbered in the order cited, journal titles abbreviated according to Index Medicus/NLM, and author names listed as all 6 when there are 6 or fewer authors or the first 3 followed by et al when there are 7 or more authors.
Figures & Tables
Tables and figures must be submitted as separate files and not embedded in the manuscript. Each table and figure must include a title or source status and, if reprinted, adapted, or previously published, the complete source citation and permission letter.
Recent Publications
Interpreting EVERDAC: Deferring arterial cannulation in critically ill patients with shock
Adrienne K. Ho
10.3949/ccjm.93a.25108
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Shedding: An updated guide to a common cause of hair loss
Wilma F. Bergfeld, Daniela Mendez
10.3949/ccjm.93a.26008
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Peripheral artery disease: Putting the updated 2024 AHA/ACC guideline into practice
Pavel Kibrik, Enrico Prajiante Bertolino, Sasan Partovi, G. Jay Bishop, Aravinda Nanjundappa, Lee Kirksey
10.3949/ccjm.93a.25101
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How can I differentiate delirium from altered mental status in hospitalized older adults?
Asim Kichloo, Calista Hemarga, Ivan Magallanes Marrufo, Sandra Davis
10.3949/ccjm.93a.26025
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Authors are usually notified within 8 weeks about the acceptability of a manuscript.
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The journal website is free and open access.
Reformat to Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
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Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics
Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management
Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
Epilepsy research and treatment
Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health
Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes
Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments
Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
Diet and metabolism studies
Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics
Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments
Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
Medical Imaging and Pathology Studies
Diabetes Treatment and Management
Acute Myocardial Infarction Research
Hemodynamic Monitoring and Therapy
Heart Failure Treatment and Management
Antiplatelet Therapy and Cardiovascular Diseases
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Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies
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Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management
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