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European Geriatric Medicine
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European Geriatric Medicine

1878-7649

Published by: Springer

https://www.springer.com/journal/41999

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 1115 114 157 21

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 171
Documents by Best Scientists*: 199
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 4
SCIMAGO H-index: 45
SCIMAGO SJR: 1.009
Impact Factor: 3.6

Overview

Top Research Topics at European Geriatric Medicine?

The primary areas of discussion in European Geriatric Medicine are Gerontology, Internal medicine, Physical therapy, Family medicine and Intensive care medicine. In European Geriatric Medicine, Sarcopenia and Dementia are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in Gerontology research. The work on Internal medicine tackled in the journal brings together disciplines like Endocrinology and Cardiology.

In addition to Physical therapy research, it aims to explore topics under Hip fracture and Physical medicine and rehabilitation. European Geriatric Medicine facilitates discussions on Family medicine that incorporate concepts from other fields like Nursing and Geriatrics. It emphasizes research on Nursing, which includes concerns such as Nursing homes.

  • Gerontology (16.65%)
  • Internal medicine (16.14%)
  • Physical therapy (14.10%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • STOPP & START criteria: A new approach to detecting potentially inappropriate prescribing in old age (157 citations)
  • Frailty in older people (96 citations)
  • A comprehensive fracture prevention strategy in older adults: the European Union Geriatric Medicine Society (EUGMS) statement (74 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at European Geriatric Medicine:

The journal papers investigate studies in Gerontology, Geriatrics, Sarcopenia, Physical therapy and Health care. While Gerontology is the focus of the journal publications, it also provides insights into the studies of Epidemiology, Quality of life (healthcare), Healthy ageing, Public health and Depression (differential diagnoses). Physical medicine and rehabilitation, Randomized controlled trial, Intensive care medicine, Protocol (science) and Muscle mass are some topics wherein Physical therapy research discussed in the journal papers has an impact.

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

  • Internal medicine
  • Disease
  • Surgery

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The discussions in the journal mainly cover the fields of Internal medicine, Gerontology, Geriatrics gerontology, Geriatrics and Physical therapy. The presented research on Internal medicine deals specifically with Delirium but it also addresses topics in Emergency medicine and Emergency department. The main emphasis of the journal is the subject of Gerontology, focusing on Older people.

The Geriatrics gerontology studies in the journal expound on topics in

  • MEDLINE that intertwine with fields like Family medicine,
  • Pandemic most often made with reference to 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak,
  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) together with Cohort study.. Research in Health care and the interrelating topic of Psychological intervention were among the subjects of interest in the Family medicine studies discussed in the journal. European Geriatric Medicine explores issues in Sarcopenia which can be linked to other research areas like Grip strength and Malnutrition.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • COVID-19 mortality risk factors in older people in a long-term care center (25 citations)
  • Application of ultrasound for muscle assessment in sarcopenia: 2020 SARCUS update. (14 citations)
  • Polypharmacy in older adults: a narrative review of definitions, epidemiology and consequences (7 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 European Geriatric Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Alfonso J. Cruz-Jentoft (65 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Kaisu H. Pitkälä (56 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Timo E. Strandberg (46 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Antonio Cherubini (38 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Mirko Petrovic (37 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous 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 European Geriatric Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of Helsinki (70 papers) published 6 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Nottingham (54 papers) published 6 papers at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • Trinity College, Dublin (54 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (46 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Ege University (42 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 2 less than 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, 10.29% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 24.84% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 9.55% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 15.29% of all publications and 50.32% 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.

Educational Pathways for Geriatric Medicine in Europe

In keeping with the understanding and expertise required to excel in the field of Geriatric Medicine in Europe, educational training and specialization can lay a solid groundwork. Prospective students interested in geriatrics have a variety of disciplines to choose from such as Gerontology, Internal Medicine, Physical Therapy, and Family Medicine. For example, aspiring healthcare professionals who want to focus on Nursing within Geriatric Medicine, can benefit from specialized nurse practitioner programs. These programs often encompass an in-depth understanding of Nursing homes' dynamics and care routines, which is crucial for professionals working with elderly patients. The choice of the right educational program can greatly impact a practitioner's competence and career trajectory. To help graduates make informed decisions, resources such as nurse practitioner programs in Michigan can provide insights on program options, curricula, and outcomes. These medically-focused programs often weave together theoretical knowledge and practical experience, preparing graduates to address various health concerns in the elderly, including Sarcopenia and Dementia. In all, the right educational path can help professionals contribute significantly to the field of Geriatric Medicine in Europe and beyond.

Top Publications

  • STOPP/START criteria for potentially inappropriate prescribing in older people: version 3

    (2023)
    282 Citations
  • Application of ultrasound for muscle assessment in sarcopenia: 2020 SARCUS update.

    Stany Perkisas;Sophie Bastijns;Stephane Baudry;Juergen Bauer

    (2021)
    191 Citations
  • Adverse drug reactions in older adults: a narrative review of the literature

    (2021)
    108 Citations
  • Defining terms commonly used in sarcopenia research: a glossary proposed by the Global Leadership in Sarcopenia (GLIS) Steering Committee

    (2022)
    107 Citations
  • European consensus on core principles and future priorities for geriatric rehabilitation: consensus statement.

    Stefan Grund;Adam L. Gordon;Romke van Balen;Stefan Bachmann

    (2020)
    98 Citations
  • Sarcopenia reduces quality of life in the long-term: longitudinal analyses from the English longitudinal study of ageing

    (2022)
    67 Citations
  • Unmet needs, health policies, and actions during the COVID-19 pandemic: a report from six European countries.

    Oriol Miralles;Dolores Sanchez-Rodriguez;Dolores Sanchez-Rodriguez;Esther Marco;Cédric Annweiler

    (2021)
    65 Citations
  • COVID-19 pandemic and mortality in nursing homes across USA and Europe up to October 2021

    (2022)
    64 Citations
  • August 2020 Interim EuGMS guidance to prepare European Long-Term Care Facilities for COVID-19.

    Hubert Blain;Yves Rolland;Jos M. G. A. Schols;Antonio Cherubini

    (2020)
    45 Citations
  • The identification of probable sarcopenia in early old age based on the SARC-F tool and clinical suspicion: findings from the 1946 British birth cohort.

    R. M. Dodds;J. C. Murray;S. M. Robinson;A. A. Sayer

    (2020)
    45 Citations

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