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Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma
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Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma

0890-5339

Published by: Wolters Kluwer Health

https://journals.lww.com/jorthotrauma/pages/default.aspx

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 1211 67 201 20

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 106
Documents by Best Scientists*: 260
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 6
SCIMAGO H-index: 150
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.903
Impact Factor: 1.8

Overview

Top Research Topics at Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma?

Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma investigates studies in Surgery, Fracture fixation, Orthopedic surgery, Fixation (surgical) and Orthodontics. Internal fixation, Intramedullary rod, Femur, Retrospective cohort study and Osteosynthesis are among the concentrations of Surgery that garnered much attention in Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma. Discussions in the journal are anchored in the subject of Internal fixation and the similar topic of Reduction (orthopedic surgery).

Trauma center is a major topic of Retrospective cohort study research. The Fracture fixation works featured in the journal incorporate elements from Radiography, Anatomy, Nonunion, Bone plate and Range of motion. It is focused mainly on Anatomy, particularly Cadaver.

Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma holds forums on Orthopedic surgery that merges themes from other disciplines such as Humerus and Tibia. Fixation (surgical) research presented is mostly focused on the subject of External fixation. The concepts on Orthodontics presented in Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma can also apply to other research fields, including Fracture (geology) and Biomechanics.

  • Surgery (57.36%)
  • Fracture fixation (22.21%)
  • Orthopedic surgery (18.82%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Fracture and dislocation classification compendium - 2007: Orthopaedic Trauma Association classification, database and outcomes committee. (1711 citations)
  • Morbidity at bone graft donor sites. (1625 citations)
  • Fracture and Dislocation Classification Compendium-2018 (638 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma:

The journal articles primarily focus on research topics in Surgery, Orthopedic surgery, Fracture fixation, Internal fixation and Osteosynthesis. In addition to Orthopedic surgery research, the journal publications aim to explore topics under Humerus, Prospective cohort study, Complication and Radiography. The journal publications explore research in Ankle and overlapping concepts in Syndesmosis to expand the discourse in Fracture fixation.

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

  • Surgery
  • Internal medicine
  • Radiology

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma facilitates discussions on Surgery, Trauma center, Retrospective cohort study, Internal fixation and Reduction (orthopedic surgery). Fixation (histology), Intramedullary rod, Nonunion, Fixation (surgical) and Fracture fixation are among the areas of Surgery tackled. Concepts in Orthodontics, as well as related topics in Cadaveric spasm, are covered in the Fixation (surgical) research presented in it.

The research on Fracture fixation discussed in it draws on the closely related field of Bone plate. It facilitates discussions on Retrospective cohort study that incorporate concepts from other fields like Hip fracture and Complication. While Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma focused on Internal fixation, it was also able to explore topics like Range of motion and Arthroplasty.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Surgical and Nonoperative Management of Olecranon Fractures in the Elderly: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. (7 citations)
  • Surgical Fixation of Quadrimalleolar Fractures of the Ankle. (6 citations)
  • Comparison of Early Fatigue Failure of the TFNa and Gamma 3 Cephalomedullary Nails in the United States From 2015 to 2019. (5 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 Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Kenneth A. Egol (133 papers) published 11 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Paul Tornetta (128 papers) published 9 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Emil H. Schemitsch (125 papers) published 6 papers at the last edition, 4 more than at the previous edition,
  • Mohit Bhandari (110 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 13 less than at the previous edition,
  • Roy Sanders (103 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 more 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 Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of Washington (171 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 5 less than at the previous edition,
  • New York University (159 papers) published 8 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Maryland, Baltimore (144 papers) published 18 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Washington University in St. Louis (122 papers) published 9 papers at the last edition, 7 more than at the previous edition,
  • Hospital for Special Surgery (121 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition, 2 more 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, 13.84% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 19.34% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 12.79% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 29.18% of all publications and 38.69% 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.

Pathways to Pursuing a Career in Orthopedic Surgery

In case you are an upcoming medical professional with a keen interest in Orthopedic Surgery, it is worth noting that there are several academic and training pathways to this highly specialized field. Becoming an Orthopedic Surgeon starts with completing a Bachelor's degree, followed by medical school, and later specializing through residency and fellowship programs related to Orthopedics. The nature and time duration of these training programs vary from region to region. For instance, if you are in the United States, you'd typically go through 5 years of orthopedic surgery residency after medical school. If you plan on specializing even further within Orthopedics, you might have to pursue additional years of fellowship. It's also important to note that while Orthopedic surgery is a highly rewarding field, it's equally demanding and requires a commitment to continuous learning given the rapidly evolving surgical techniques and technologies. The field calls for not just academic excellence, but also fine motor skills, physical stamina and excellent communication abilities to interact with patients. To understand specific steps and requirements in your location for becoming an Orthopedic Surgeon, it is advisable to look through detailed academic career guides. For example, if you are based in Iowa, here is a resource on {how to become a nurse practitioner in Iowa} which provides valuable insights into the education, certification, and licensing processes, among other things. No matter which region you are in, pursuing a career in Orthopedics is a commitment to improving patients' quality of life by tackling a wide array of musculoskeletal issues. This could range from treating fractures and dislocations, to complex cases such as degenerative diseases and tumors. It provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by restoring mobility and function in patients' lives. Hence, if you are passionate about anatomy, problem-solving, and pushing the boundaries of medical intervention, then a career in Orthopedic Surgery could be both personally and professionally satisfying.

Top Publications

  • Secondary Fracture Prevention: Consensus Clinical Recommendations from a Multistakeholder Coalition.

    Robert B. Conley;Gemma Adib;Robert A. Adler;Kristina E. Åkesson

    (2020)
    214 Citations
  • Increased Mortality and Major Complications in Hip Fracture Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A New York City Perspective.

    Kenneth A Egol;Sanjit R Konda;Mackenzie L Bird;Nicket Dedhia

    (2020)
    191 Citations
  • Evidence-Based Recommendations for Local Antimicrobial Strategies and Dead Space Management in Fracture-Related Infection.

    Willem-Jan Metsemakers;Austin T. Fragomen;T. Fintan Moriarty;Mario Morgenstern

    (2020)
    148 Citations
  • Supplemental Fixation of Supracondylar Distal Femur Fractures: A Biomechanical Comparison of Dual-Plate and Plate-Nail Constructs.

    David J Wright;Donald J DeSanto;Michelle H McGarry;Thay Q Lee

    (2020)
    59 Citations
  • Modification of a Validated Risk Stratification Tool to Characterize Geriatric Hip Fracture Outcomes and Optimize Care in a Post-COVID-19 World.

    Sanjit R Konda;Rachel A Ranson;Sara J Solasz;Nicket Dedhia

    (2020)
    46 Citations
  • Treatment Failure in Femoral Neck Fractures in Adults Less Than 50 Years of Age: Analysis of 492 Patients Repaired at 26 North American Trauma Centers

    (2022)
    42 Citations
  • Declining Medicare Reimbursement in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery: 2000-2020.

    Jack M Haglin;Ariana Lott;David N Kugelman;Sanjit R Konda

    (2021)
    40 Citations
  • What is the Real Rate of Radial Nerve Injury After Humeral Nonunion Surgery

    Justin Koh;Paul Tornetta;Brock Walker;Clifford Jones

    (2020)
    30 Citations
  • Open Reduction Is Associated With Greater Hazard of Early Reoperation After Internal Fixation of Displaced Femoral Neck Fractures in Adults 18-65 Years.

    Joseph T. Patterson;Keisuke Ishii;Paul Tornetta;Ross K. Leighton

    (2020)
    30 Citations
  • A Machine Learning Algorithm to Predict the Probability of (Occult) Posterior Malleolar Fractures Associated With Tibial Shaft Fractures to Guide "Malleolus First" Fixation.

    Laurent A. M. Hendrickx;Garret L. Sobol;David W. G. Langerhuizen;Anne Eva J. Bulstra

    (2020)
    30 Citations

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