FAQ

FAQ | Journal of Medical Studies

Find answers to common questions related to manuscript submission, peer review, publication process, author guidelines, ethical policies, and open-access publication in the Journal of Medical Studies.

What type of manuscripts does the journal accept?

The journal accepts original research articles, review articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, case series, short communications, editorials, and letters to the editor.

How can I submit my manuscript?

Authors can submit their manuscripts through the journal’s online submission system or official editorial email, as mentioned on the journal website.

What file format is required for manuscript submission?

Manuscripts should preferably be submitted in Microsoft Word format, either .doc or .docx.

What citation style should authors follow?

Authors should follow Vancouver citation style for references. Reference accuracy is the responsibility of the authors.

Is ethical approval required?

Yes. Studies involving human participants must include approval from an Institutional Ethics Committee or relevant review board. Informed consent must be obtained wherever applicable.

Does the journal check plagiarism?

Yes. Submitted manuscripts should be original and plagiarism-free. Manuscripts with significant plagiarism or duplicate publication may be rejected.

How does the peer review process work?

Submitted manuscripts are reviewed by subject experts. Based on reviewer comments, the editorial board may accept, reject, or request revision of the manuscript.

Can authors revise the manuscript after reviewer comments?

Yes. If revisions are requested, authors can view reviewer comments, make corrections, prepare a response to reviewers, and submit the revised manuscript.

Is the journal open access?

Yes. The Journal of Medical Studies follows an open-access publication model, allowing readers worldwide to freely access published articles.

Who is responsible for the accuracy of submitted content?

Authors are responsible for the originality, accuracy, ethical compliance, data integrity, and reference correctness of their submitted manuscripts.

Are tables and figures allowed?

Yes. Tables and figures should be numbered consecutively, properly titled, cited in the manuscript text, and submitted in high quality.

What happens if a manuscript violates ethical policies?

The journal reserves the right to reject, correct, or retract any manuscript found to violate ethical, scientific, or publication standards.