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BMC Emergency Medicine
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BMC Emergency Medicine

1471-227X

Published by: Springer

https://bmcemergmed.biomedcentral.com/

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 2050 59 75 12

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 125
Documents by Best Scientists*: 124
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 4
SCIMAGO H-index: 51
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.841
Impact Factor: 2.6

Overview

Top Research Topics at BMC Emergency Medicine?

The journal mainly tackles studies in Emergency department, Emergency medicine, Medical emergency, Retrospective cohort study and Emergency medical services. The concepts on Emergency department presented in the journal can also apply to other research fields, including Psychological intervention, Internal medicine, Cohort study, Family medicine and Triage. BMC Emergency Medicine explores topics in Internal medicine which can be helpful for research in disciplines like Gastroenterology and Cardiology.

BMC Emergency Medicine dives deep in exploring the relationship between the study of Family medicine and Cross-sectional study. The research on Emergency medicine featured in BMC Emergency Medicine combines topics in other fields like Observational study, Logistic regression, Young adult, Injury prevention and Prospective cohort study. The study on Logistic regression presented in the journal intersects with subjects under the field of Odds ratio.

The work tackled in the journal goes beyond the discipline of Odds ratio as it also encompasses Confidence interval. It holds forums on Injury prevention that merges themes from other disciplines such as Suicide prevention and Human factors and ergonomics. The research on Medical emergency tackled can also make contributions to studies in the areas of Occupational safety and health and Patient safety.

  • Emergency department (37.67%)
  • Emergency medicine (36.16%)
  • Medical emergency (23.01%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Forecasting daily attendances at an emergency department to aid resource planning (122 citations)
  • Unified treatment algorithm for the management of crotaline snakebite in the United States: results of an evidence-informed consensus workshop. (122 citations)
  • Systematic review of randomized clinical trials on the use of hydroxyethyl starch for fluid management in sepsis (112 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at BMC Emergency Medicine:

The journal articles focus on Emergency department, Emergency medicine, Medical emergency, Retrospective cohort study and Triage. The works on Emergency department tackled in the journal publications bring together disciplines like Cohort study, Medical record, Young adult, Injury prevention and Occupational safety and health. The most cited articles with studies in Emergency medicine featured incorporate elements of Mechanical ventilation, Intensive care unit, Intensive care medicine, Chest pain and Prospective cohort study.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Internal medicine
  • Surgery
  • Disease

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The foci of the journal are Emergency department, Emergency medicine, Retrospective cohort study, Emergency medical services and Medical emergency. The Emergency department research presented in BMC Emergency Medicine explores the relationship between Psychological intervention and the closely related topic of Intervention (counseling). While the primary focus in it is Emergency medicine, it also dissects topics surrounding Logistic regression and Odds ratio as a whole.

The research on Retrospective cohort study presented in BMC Emergency Medicine often intersects with areas of study such as

  • Incidence (epidemiology) which connect with Risk factor,
  • Severity of illness which intersects with area such as Pediatrics.. The studies on Emergency medical services discussed can also contribute to research in the domains of Nursing and Glasgow Coma Scale. The overlapping concepts between Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and Physical therapy are the key highlights of Medical emergency study.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Major challenges and barriers in clinical decision-making as perceived by emergency medical services personnel: a qualitative content analysis (8 citations)
  • The effect of COVID-19 on emergency medical service call volumes and patient acuity: a cross-sectional study in Niagara, Ontario. (7 citations)
  • Prospective study of emergency medicine provider wellness across ten academic and community hospitals during the initial surge of the COVID-19 pandemic. (4 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in BMC Emergency Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Junaid Abdul Razzak (14 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Adnan A. Hyder (10 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Lee A. Wallis (8 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Hendry R. Sawe (7 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Nukhba Zia (7 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in BMC Emergency Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Aga Khan University (20 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Johns Hopkins University (18 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Oslo University Hospital (17 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Karolinska Institutet (16 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Lund University (15 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 4.20% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 6.14% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 12.28% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 21.05% of all publications and 60.53% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career Opportunities and Future Prospects in Emergency Medicine

Upon completing their studies and research in Emergency Medicine, students might wonder about the career prospects and opportunities available in this field. Several paths can be explored, ranging from being a medical practitioner in hospitals or emergency medical services to even becoming a healthcare educator themselves. There is also scope in research and development, contributing further to the field of Emergency Medicine.

As technology advances, the healthcare sector also seeks to incorporate digital solutions into its framework. This highlights roles for Emergency Medicine practitioners in the field of telemedicine and digital health platforms. Rural areas and far-flung localities with scarce medical facilities could particularly benefit from such services. From a policy level, there is also a need for professionals to advocate for improved emergency health policies and implementation.

Medical practitioners and researchers in this field constantly need to stay updated in their knowledge and skills. It is imperative to be informed about the latest developments, best practices, and trends in the world of Emergency Medicine. One such resource is the BMC Emergency Medical Journal that you are currently reading. Furthermore, other platforms can provide the necessary knowledge and skills required in this field, like courses and programs available online. For example, you can refer to the best online nursing programs in Florida as a step to enhance your career prospects. These programs provide an opportunity to learn from experienced faculty and to engage with fellow medical professionals in the field of nursing and emergency medicine.

In summary, a career in Emergency Medicine offers the chance to make a positive impact on individual patients and the greater health community. It is an ever-evolving field that requires continuous learning and adaptation. But with the right direction, resources and dedication, it is possible to have a fulfilling and meaningful career in this field.

Top Publications

  • Patient characteristics, triage utilisation, level of care, and outcomes in an unselected adult patient population seen by the emergency medical services: a prospective observational study

    Carl Magnusson;Johan Herlitz;Johan Herlitz;Christer Axelsson;Christer Axelsson

    (2020)
    66 Citations
  • A scoping review of pre-hospital technology to assist ambulance personnel with patient diagnosis or stratification during the emergency assessment of suspected stroke

    Hannah A. Lumley;Darren Flynn;Lisa Shaw;Graham McClelland;Graham McClelland

    (2020)
    48 Citations
  • Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on incidence and severity of acute appendicitis: a comparison between 2019 and 2020.

    Jochem C G Scheijmans;Alexander B J Borgstein;Carl A J Puylaert;Wouter J Bom

    (2021)
    43 Citations
  • Portable stroke detection devices: a systematic scoping review of prehospital applications

    (2022)
    27 Citations
  • Harnessing inter-disciplinary collaboration to improve emergency care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs): results of research prioritisation setting exercise

    Fiona E. Lecky;Teri Reynolds;Olubukola Otesile;Sara Hollis

    (2020)
    25 Citations
  • Diagnostic uncertainty and urinary tract infection in the emergency department: a cohort study from a UK hospital.

    Laura J. Shallcross;Laura J. Shallcross;Patrick Rockenschaub;David McNulty;Nick Freemantle

    (2020)
    21 Citations
  • National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2) and 3-Level Triage Scale as Risk Predictors in Frail Older Adults in the Emergency Department

    Kirsi Kemp;Janne Alakare;Veli-Pekka Harjola;Timo Strandberg;Timo Strandberg

    (2020)
    19 Citations
  • Characteristics and outcomes of patients with dyspnoea as the main symptom, assessed by prehospital emergency nurses- a retrospective observational study.

    Wivica Kauppi;Johan Herlitz;Carl Magnusson;Carl Magnusson;Lina Palmér

    (2020)
    18 Citations
  • Diagnostic accuracy of evaluation of suspected syncope in the emergency department: usual practice vs. ESC guidelines.

    Veera K. van Wijnen;Reinold O. B. Gans;Wouter Wieling;Jan C. ter Maaten

    (2020)
    17 Citations
  • Prevalence of crowding, boarding and staffing levels in Swedish emergency departments - a National Cross Sectional Study.

    Jens Wretborn;Joakim Henricson;Ulf Ekelund;Daniel Björk Wilhelms

    (2020)
    14 Citations

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