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Sexual Medicine
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Sexual Medicine

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 1735 39 57 15

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 86
Documents by Best Scientists*: 113
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 3
SCIMAGO H-index: 36
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.654
Impact Factor: 2

Overview

Top Research Topics at Sexual Medicine?

Sexual Medicine primarily tackles Erectile dysfunction, Sexual dysfunction, Internal medicine, Sexual function and Clinical psychology. It tackles topics on Erectile dysfunction, which can potentially contribute to the wider field of Surgery. The journal concentrates on Surgery topics that focus on Penile prosthesis, Penis and Inflatable penile prosthesis.

Research on Sexual dysfunction addressed in the journal frequently intersections with the field of Premature ejaculation. The journal explores issues in Internal medicine which can be linked to other research areas like Placebo, Endocrinology and Cardiology. Obstetrics, Orgasm, Quality of life and Reproductive health are some topics wherein Sexual function research discussed in the journal have an impact.

Attendees of the journal participated in discussions that delve into both Reproductive health and Demography. The presented Clinical psychology study covers related areas such as Distress and also touches on topics like Outcome measures. Specifically, studies on Peyronie's disease are prevalent in the Disease works discussed.

  • Erectile dysfunction (29.24%)
  • Sexual dysfunction (19.02%)
  • Internal medicine (18.61%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Sexual Activity is Associated with Greater Enjoyment of Life in Older Adults (85 citations)
  • ReviewsAn Evidence-Based Unified Definition of Lifelong and Acquired Premature Ejaculation: Report of the Second International Society for Sexual Medicine Ad Hoc Committee for the Definition of Premature Ejaculation (84 citations)
  • Viewing Sexual Stimuli Associated with Greater Sexual Responsiveness, Not Erectile Dysfunction (79 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Sexual Medicine:

The most cited publications are organized to address concerns in the fields of Internal medicine, Erectile dysfunction, Gynecology, Sexual dysfunction and Quality of life. The published articles explore topics in Internal medicine which can be helpful for research in disciplines like Endocrinology and Surgery. The works on Quality of life tackled in the journal publications bring together disciplines like Clinical psychology, Group B, Sexual function and Obstetrics.

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 concepts of Erectile dysfunction, Internal medicine, Clinical psychology, Sexual dysfunction and Sexual function are tackled in Sexual Medicine. The field of Surgery is the anchor for the Erectile dysfunction studies presented in the journal. While work presented in the journal provided substantial information on Internal medicine, it also covered topics in Placebo and Endocrinology.

Clinical psychology research presented in Sexual Medicine encompasses a variety of subjects, including Sexual desire, Cronbach's alpha, Psychological intervention and Anxiety. Aside from discussions in Sexual dysfunction, the journal also deals with the subject of Obstetrics which intersects with Pregnancy disciplines. In addition to Sexual function research, the journal aims to explore topics under Quality of life and Reproductive health.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Psychological and Sexual Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Egypt: Are Women Suffering More? (10 citations)
  • The Impact of COVID-19 on Sexual Health: A Preliminary Framework Based on a Qualitative Study With Clinical Sexologists. (8 citations)
  • An Online Questionnaire Survey on the Sexual Life and Sexual Function of Chinese Adult Men During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Epidemic. (6 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 Sexual Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Irwin Goldstein (12 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Annamaria Giraldi (9 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Emmanuele A. Jannini (8 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • Michael L. Eisenberg (7 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Yacov Reisman (7 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 1 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 Sexual Medicine (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of British Columbia (13 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of São Paulo (11 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Copenhagen (11 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of California, San Francisco (10 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Rome Tor Vergata (9 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 1 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, 5.76% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 17.56% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 10.69% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 10.69% of all publications and 61.07% 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 Sexual Medicine

As an ever-evolving discipline, Sexual Medicine provides several career opportunities for professionals and students alike who are keen on contributing to this unique domain of health care. There are roles planned for practitioners, educators, researchers, and visiting faculty all finding a challenge in applying their skills and knowledge to improve the quality of life of patients dealing with intimate health issues.

One such outstanding opportunity is joining the nurse practitioner programs, where candidates get to immerse in comprehensive clinical practice and education centered around sexual health. Numerous institutes offer such programs, with a focus on both adult and pediatric populations, thereby presenting an all-round development chance for the professionals. Among them, the best nurse practitioner programs in Minnesota are recognized for their remarkable efforts and contributions in the domain.

Moreover, creating, collaborating, and utilizing research in Sexual Medicine can further splinter into various specializations such as Erectile Dysfunction, Sexual Dysfunction, Clinical Psychology, and Reproductive Health. These areas are dynamic and fast-growing, providing an array of opportunities for those passionate about exploring and contributing to the furtherance of Sexual Medicine.

In the academic field, Sexual Medicine provides ample opportunities for educators to engage with and inspire the next generation of sexual health practitioners and researchers. From core curriculum design to hands-on training, the role of an educator in this discipline is multi-dimensional and fulfilling.

In conclusion, whether you are a researcher, practicing professional, or an aspiring student, Sexual Medicine as a field has a broad spectrum of career opportunities to consider and avenues to explore.

Top Publications

  • A Psychosocial Approach to Erectile Dysfunction: Position Statements from the European Society of Sexual Medicine (ESSM).

    Marieke Dewitte;Carlo Bettocchi;Joanna Carvalho;Giovanni Corona

    (2021)
    79 Citations
  • Restorative Therapies for Erectile Dysfunction: Position Statement From the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA)

    James L. Liu;Kevin Y. Chu;Andrew T. Gabrielson;Run Wang

    (2021)
    37 Citations
  • ESSM Position Statement on Surgical Treatment of Peyronie's Disease.

    Daniar Osmonov;Ahmed Ragheb;Sam Ward;Gideon Blecher

    (2022)
    33 Citations
  • The Contrasting Evidence Concerning the Effect of Male Circumcision on Sexual Function, Sensation, and Pleasure: A Systematic Review.

    Brian J. Morris;John N. Krieger

    (2020)
    27 Citations
  • How the COVID-19 Pandemic Affects Sexual Behavior of Hetero-, Homo-, and Bisexual Males in Germany.

    Jan-Niclas Mumm;Theresa Vilsmaier;Julius M. Schuetz;Severin Rodler

    (2021)
    22 Citations
  • Attachment Style, Sexual Orientation, and Biological Sex in their Relationships With Gender Role

    Giacomo Ciocca;Selene Zauri;Erika Limoncin;Daniele Mollaioli

    (2020)
    21 Citations
  • Facing Counterfeit Medications in Sexual Medicine. A Systematic Scoping Review on Social Strategies and Technological Solutions.

    Andrea Sansone;Béatrice Cuzin;Emmanuele A. Jannini

    (2021)
    21 Citations
  • Epidemiology and Treatment Barriers of Patients With Erectile Dysfunction Using an Online Prescription Platform: A Cross-Sectional Study.

    Severin Rodler;Johannes von Büren;Alexander Buchner;Christian Stief

    (2020)
    19 Citations
  • Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Erectile Dysfunction in Radical Prostatectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial Investigating a Non-Invasive Addition to Penile Rehabilitation.

    Joanne E. Milios;Timothy R. Ackland;Daniel J. Green

    (2020)
    19 Citations
  • Teaching Sexual History Taking in Health Care Using Online Technology: A PLISSIT-Plus Zoom Approach During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Shutdown.

    MedDr Michael W. Ross;Nicholas Newstrom;Eli Coleman

    (2021)
    19 Citations

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