About the Journal

The Pakistan Journal of Healthcare Research (PJHR) is a leading peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing healthcare knowledge through innovative research, analysis, and evidence-based findings. The journal provides a platform for healthcare professionals, researchers, and academics to share their discoveries, methodologies, and innovations aimed at improving healthcare practices, policies, and systems both within Pakistan and globally.

Aims and Scope:

The journal's primary objective is to publish high-quality research articles related to healthcare, public health, medical education, clinical practices, healthcare management, health technology, and related interdisciplinary fields. PJHR serves as a bridge for professionals across various healthcare sectors, including physicians, medical researchers, healthcare policymakers, public health experts, and clinicians.

Topics covered include, but are not limited to:

• Healthcare Management and Policy: Analysis of healthcare systems, governance, health economics, and policies that impact healthcare delivery.
• Public Health: Research on epidemiology, infectious diseases, health promotion, and disease prevention.
• Clinical Medicine: Cutting-edge studies on diagnosis, treatment methodologies, and patient care.
• Health Technology: Innovations in healthcare IT, digital health, telemedicine, and the use of AI in medical applications.
• Medical Education: Strategies for improving healthcare education, curriculum development, and training programs.
• Nursing and Allied Health: Research on nursing practices, allied health sciences, and their impact on patient care.
• Health Systems and Global Health: Analysis of healthcare delivery in resource-limited settings, and comparative studies of global healthcare systems.
• Mental Health: Advances in the study and treatment of mental health disorders in Pakistan and the world.

Journal Features:

• Peer-Reviewed Articles: PJHR ensures rigorous peer review of all submitted manuscripts by experts in the respective fields.
• Open Access: All articles published in PJHR are freely accessible, contributing to the global dissemination of research and increasing visibility and impact.
• Multidisciplinary Focus: The journal welcomes diverse research that integrates medical, social, technological, and policy perspectives on healthcare.
• Impactful Research: Focus on publishing high-impact research that contributes to evidence-based improvements in healthcare services, policies, and outcomes.
• Global and Local Relevance: While PJHR primarily focuses on Pakistan’s healthcare system, it encourages international perspectives and comparative research to broaden the scope of healthcare solutions.

Publication Types:

• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles
• Case Studies
• Editorials
• Letters to the Editor
• Short Communications
• Healthcare Policy Perspectives

Editorial Board and Review Process:

The journal is overseen by a distinguished editorial board consisting of prominent professors, clinicians, and researchers from renowned Pakistani universities and healthcare institutions. All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure quality and scientific rigor.

Target Audience:

• Healthcare professionals and clinicians
• Researchers and academicians
• Healthcare administrators and policymakers
• Students and practitioners in the medical and healthcare fields
• Public health experts and NGOs involved in healthcare initiatives

The Pakistan Journal of Healthcare Research is committed to contributing to the advancement of healthcare knowledge and practices, fostering collaborations, and driving positive change in the healthcare sector in Pakistan and beyond.