World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!
Current Hepatitis Reports
H-index 8

Current Hepatitis Reports

2195-9595

Published by: Springer

https://www.springer.com/journal/11901

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 2690 30 39 8

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 32
Documents by Best Scientists*: 40
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 0
SCIMAGO H-index:
SCIMAGO SJR:
Impact Factor: N/A

Overview

Top Research Topics at Current Hepatitis Reports?

Internal medicine, Hepatology, Immunology, Cirrhosis and Gastroenterology are among the topics commonly tackled in Current Hepatitis Reports. Internal medicine research discussed connects with the study of Hepatitis C virus. While it focused on Hepatitis C virus, it was also able to explore topics like Coinfection and Epidemiology.

Some problems in Hepatology that were presented in it overlapped with concepts under Liver transplantation, Virology, Intensive care medicine, Disease and Hepatitis B virus. Portal hypertension studies in the realm of Cirrhosis interact with fields like In patient. Aside from discussions in Gastroenterology, Current Hepatitis Reports also deals with the subject of Fatty liver which intersects with Steatosis disciplines.

The studies in Hepatitis C featured incorporate elements of Pharmacotherapy, Sofosbuvir and Hepatitis. While work presented in Current Hepatitis Reports provided substantial information on Hepatocellular carcinoma, it also covered topics in Incidence (epidemiology) and Oncology. Topics in Hepatitis B were tackled in line with various other fields like Entecavir, Lamivudine, HBeAg and Vaccination.

  • Internal medicine (83.41%)
  • Hepatology (76.59%)
  • Immunology (33.04%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Extrahepatic Manifestations of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (62 citations)
  • Hepatitis C virus outside the liver (53 citations)
  • Hepatitis B Therapy in Pregnancy (52 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Current Hepatitis Reports:

The journal papers tackle a plethora of topics, such as Internal medicine, Hepatology, Immunology, Hepatitis B and Liver disease. Specifically, studies on Pathogenesis are prevalent in the Internal medicine works discussed in the published papers. Hepatology research discussed in the most cited papers aims to provide more information in the subject of Gastroenterology.

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

  • Internal medicine
  • Cancer
  • Disease

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The journal covers a variety of subjects, including Internal medicine, Hepatology, Intensive care medicine, Liver disease and Cirrhosis. Current Hepatitis Reports addresses concerns in Internal medicine which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as HBsAg and Oncology. Current Hepatitis Reports facilitated discussions that integrated Hepatology and In patient.

The journal focuses on Intensive care medicine but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Patient satisfaction, Guideline, Public health and Vaccination. The journal explores issues in Liver disease which can be linked to other research areas like Quality of life (healthcare), Healthcare delivery, Palliative care and Malnutrition. Cirrhosis research featured in Current Hepatitis Reports incorporates concerns from various other topics such as Decompensation, Muscle cramp and Ascites.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Recent Advances in Systemic Therapies for Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma. (3 citations)
  • Dietary Interventions in Liver Diseases: Focus on MAFLD and Cirrhosis (1 citations)
  • Hepatitis B Virus Elimination in the U.S.: Time to Dismantle Barriers and Implement Solutions (1 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 Current Hepatitis Reports (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Paul J. Martin (7 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Sammy Saab (7 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Joseph K. Lim (7 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Robert G. Gish (7 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Mindie H. Nguyen (6 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 Current Hepatitis Reports (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Mayo Clinic (20 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Veterans Health Administration (15 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • Stanford University (15 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (15 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • University of Chicago (15 papers) published 1 paper at the last 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, 22.22% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 28.57% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 7.14% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 14.29% of all publications and 50.00% 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 in Hepatitis Research

Research in Hepatitis offers a significant number of career opportunities due to increasing demand and importance of this field. For instance, one can pursue a career as an Internal Medicine Specialist, Hepatologist, Immunologist and Gastroenterologist among others. Though a rewarding career path, these professions need specific qualifications and experience.

For example, an increasingly popular role is that of a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Hepatitis. If you are interested in this profession, we recommend exploring the path on how to be a nurse practitioner in Maine. This guide provides practical advice and necessary information on training and qualification needed to become a nurse practitioner specifically targeting Maine.

Whether it's a Hepatitis Research Scientist, a Medical Health Practitioner, or a Nursing Specialist, your contribution can make a huge difference in the field of Hepatitis research. With a multitude of career paths to choose from, a career in Hepatitis research can be both profound and rewarding.

Top Publications

  • Racial and Sex Disparities in Hepatocellular Carcinoma in the USA

    Faith Ajayi;Jenny Jan;Amit G. Singal;Nicole E. Rich

    (2020)
    36 Citations
  • Hepatitis B Core Antibody: Role in Clinical Practice in 2020

    Robert G. Gish;Syed Abdul Basit;John Ryan;Altaf Dawood

    (2020)
    24 Citations
  • Targeting Viral cccDNA for Cure of Chronic Hepatitis B

    Gaëtan Ligat;Kaku Goto;Eloi Verrier;Thomas F. Baumert

    (2020)
    18 Citations
  • Emerging Therapeutic Targets for Portal Hypertension

    (2023)
    15 Citations
  • Novel Combination Strategies With Investigational Agents for Functional Cure of Chronic Hepatitis B Infection

    (2022)
    11 Citations
  • Role of Core/Capsid Inhibitors in Functional Cure Strategies for Chronic Hepatitis B

    Rex Wan-Hin Hui;Lung-Yi Mak;Wai-Kay Seto;Man-Fung Yuen

    (2020)
    10 Citations
  • Hepatotoxicity in Adeno-Associated Viral Vector Gene Therapy

    (2023)
    10 Citations
  • What diet should I recommend my patient with Hepatic Encephalopathy

    Jawaid Shaw;Victoria Tate;Jennifer Hanson;Jasmohan S Bajaj

    (2020)
    8 Citations
  • A Contemporary Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment of Combined Hepatocellular-Cholangiocarcinoma

    Olga Raevskaya;Henry Appelman;Nataliya Razumilava

    (2020)
    7 Citations
  • Use of Non-selective Beta blockers in Decompensated Cirrhosis and ACLF

    (2022)
    5 Citations

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

For those interested in expanding their expertise beyond traditional medical degrees, several related online programs offer valuable pathways. An online PhD in healthcare management is an excellent choice for professionals aiming to lead healthcare organizations, focusing on administration, policy, and operational efficiency in medical settings.

Pharmacy is another critical field within healthcare, with growing opportunities for specialization. Pursuing online pharmacy programs allows students to deepen their knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences while maintaining flexibility with remote learning.

The physical health and rehabilitation sectors also offer promising careers. Degrees in exercise science and kinesiology provide foundational knowledge in human movement and physical fitness essential to preventative medicine and therapy. Options like an exercise science degree online or an online bachelor's in kinesiology can open doors to roles in sports medicine, wellness coaching, and rehabilitation.

These related online degrees not only complement a medical background but also broaden career options across healthcare management, pharmacy, and physical health disciplines.

Best Scientists Contributing to This Journal