The record
- Full journal title
- Journal of Comprehensive Pediatrics
- Abbreviation
- jcp
- NLM title
- J Compr Ped
- Publisher
- Brieflands
- Scientific collaborator
- Iranian Society of Pediatrics
- e-ISSN
- 2251-8177
- p-ISSN
- 2251-8150
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- quarterly
- Publishing model
- Per-article continuous
- Subject area
- Social medicine
Aim & scope
Journal of Comprehensive Pediatrics is an international, peer-reviewed journal committed to advancing high-impact research and evidence-based practice across the full spectrum of pediatric medicine. The journal prioritizes the publication of innovative, methodologically robust, and clinically meaningful studies that contribute to improving health outcomes in infants, children, and adolescents worldwide.
The journal aims to serve as a leading platform for interdisciplinary and translational research that bridges clinical practice, public health, and policy in pediatrics. Emphasis is placed on studies with clear implications for clinical decision-making, healthcare delivery, and child health policy at regional and global levels.
We particularly encourage submissions that:
- Address significant gaps in pediatric knowledge or clinical care
- Provide high-quality evidence to inform clinical practice and guidelines
- Integrate multidisciplinary approaches to child health
- Explore health disparities, equity, and global child health challenges
- Advance preventive, diagnostic, or therapeutic strategies in pediatrics
Scopes
The scope of the journal encompasses, but is not limited to, the following areas:
- General, Hospital, and Community Pediatrics
- Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Immunology, and Vaccinology
- Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiovascular Health
- Pediatric Neurology, Neurodevelopment, and Behavioral Sciences
- Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
- Pediatric Pulmonology and Critical Care Medicine
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Pediatric Oncology and Hematology
- Pediatric Surgery and Subspecialties
- Pediatric Emergency and Acute Care Medicine
- Developmental, Behavioral, and Mental Health
- Adolescent Medicine
- Preventive Pediatrics, Epidemiology, and Public Health
- Global Child Health and Health Systems Research
Article types
Journal of Comprehensive Pediatrics publishes a range of article types that reflect advances in clinical practice, research, and policy in pediatric medicine. Submissions should be scientifically rigorous, ethically sound, and aligned with the journal’s scope and standards.
- Original Research Articles: Reports of novel clinical, epidemiological, or translational research. Studies should be methodologically robust and provide meaningful contributions to pediatric knowledge and practice.
- Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses: Comprehensive syntheses of existing evidence addressing clinically relevant questions, conducted in accordance with established guidelines such as PRISMA.
- Evidence-based Clinical Reviews: In-depth reviews that summarize current knowledge and provide practical guidance for clinicians, with a clear focus on applicability to patient care.
- Brief Reports: Concise reports of preliminary findings, novel observations, or limited-scope studies with potential clinical or scientific significance.
- Case Reports: Reports of rare conditions, unusual presentations, or novel management approaches that offer significant educational or clinical value. Only cases of exceptional importance will be considered.
- Clinical Trials: Interventional studies evaluating preventive, diagnostic, or therapeutic strategies in pediatric populations. Trials must be registered and adhere to CONSORT guidelines.
- Correspondence and Commentary: Scholarly discussions, critiques of previously published articles, or perspectives on emerging issues in pediatric medicine.
All submissions must comply with relevant reporting standards and ethical requirements. The editorial office reserves the right to determine the appropriate article category based on the content and scope of the submission.
Peer review
- Double-Blind Peer Review System
- Open Peer Review (since Aug 2019), Show List of All Published Reviewers' Comments
Access & licensing
License policy
This open-access article is available under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) International License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), which allows for unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided that the original work is properly cited.
Publication charges
- Publishing Open Access models: Full Gold Open Access
- Access: Immediate permanent free to access after publication
- Reader subscription fees: None
- Article Processing Charge: Author pays APC
- Embargo period: None
- License for reuse: CC BY-NC 4.0
- Publishing services: Full
- Indexing: Full
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