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Thoracic Surgery Clinics

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 2420 22 25 10

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Number of Best Scientists*: 27
Documents by Best Scientists*: 34
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 1
SCIMAGO H-index: 58
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.606
Impact Factor: 1.8

Overview

Top Research Topics at Thoracic Surgery Clinics?

Thoracic Surgery Clinics focuses on Surgery, Cardiothoracic surgery, Radiology, Lung cancer and Intensive care medicine. The studies in Surgery featured incorporate elements of Lung and Pneumonectomy. Lung transplantation is a focus of the Lung works in the journal.

It explores topics in Cardiothoracic surgery which can be helpful for research in disciplines like MEDLINE and General surgery. Most of the works presented in the journal deals with General surgery but it intersects with the subject of Esophagectomy. The Radiology works, particularly on Mediastinum are tackled in the journal.

It fosters collaboration in Lung cancer research which is part of the study on Internal medicine and Oncology. In the Internal medicine research discussed, Disease and Cancer are all tackled. While the primary focus in the journal is Oncology, it also dissects topics surrounding Chemotherapy and Radiation therapy as a whole.

  • Surgery (39.75%)
  • Cardiothoracic surgery (17.36%)
  • Radiology (16.84%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Postthoracotomy pain syndrome. (139 citations)
  • National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Clinical Practice Guidelines for Lung Cancer Screening (137 citations)
  • Peroral endoscopic myotomy for esophageal achalasia: technique, indication, and outcomes. (136 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Thoracic Surgery Clinics:

The most cited publications mainly deal with areas of study such as Surgery, Cardiothoracic surgery, Intensive care medicine, Radiology and General surgery. The journal publications explore issues in Surgery which can be linked to other research areas like Esophagectomy and Lung. While work presented in the journal articles provide substantial information on Cardiothoracic surgery, it also covers topics in Treatment outcome and Lung cancer.

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

  • Surgery
  • Internal medicine
  • Cancer

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The scientific interests tackled in Thoracic Surgery Clinics are Surgery, Lung volume reduction surgery, Lung cancer, Thoracic outlet syndrome and Internal medicine. The work on Surgery addressed in it expands to the thematically related Pneumonectomy. Pulmonary disease, Treatment trial and Intensive care medicine are some topics wherein Lung volume reduction surgery research discussed in Thoracic Surgery Clinics have an impact.

Topics in Lung cancer explored in the journal were investigated in conjunction with research in Radiology, Computed tomography and Lung. Concepts in General surgery, as well as related topics in MEDLINE, Virtue and Resection, are covered in the Thoracic outlet syndrome research presented in the journal. The presented Internal medicine research focuses mostly on Oncology and, on occasion, topics in Lymphatic Spread, Breast cancer and Advanced stage.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • How Common Is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (3 citations)
  • Physical Therapy Management of Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. (1 citations)
  • Evaluation of Patients with Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. (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 Thoracic Surgery Clinics (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Jean Deslauriers (28 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Gaetano Rocco (23 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Farid M. Shamji (21 papers) published 8 papers at the last edition,
  • Alessandro Brunelli (21 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Erino A. Rendina (14 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 Thoracic Surgery Clinics (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Harvard University (49 papers) published 11 papers at the last edition, 10 more than at the previous edition,
  • Mayo Clinic (27 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (26 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Duke University (26 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Stanford University (24 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, 15.56% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 39.47% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 28.95% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 18.42% of all publications and 13.16% 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 the field of Thoracic Surgery

The dynamic world of thoracic surgery is exciting and ever-evolving. If you are passionate about this field, numerous career options and specializations, such as becoming a nurse practitioner, allow you to make a significant impact on patient care. A Nurse practitioner specializing in thoracic surgery provides crucial support in preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative care for patients undergoing thoracic procedures. They work closely with a team of thoracic surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals. If you are interested in such a career, it is paramount to understand the educational path, the necessary qualifications, and the overall commitment required. For example, the journey to becoming a nurse practitioner in thoracic surgery involves obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, followed by a Master's degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice. Additionally, you might be required to acquire specialized certification and licensing. Our extensive guide on how to become a nurse practitioner in Idaho provides deep insight into this career path. Though focused on the state of Idaho, much of the provided information is broadly applicable and can provide clarity and guidance irrespective of your geographical location. Discovering the path that fits your skills, passion, and long-term career goals can lead to a fulfilling career, making a difference in countless lives. Thoracic Surgery offers a multitude of exciting opportunities, and becoming a nurse practitioner could be the perfect entry point into this dynamic field.

Top Publications

  • The Molecular Basis of Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma.

    Benjamin Wadowski;Assunta De Rienzo;Raphael Bueno

    (2020)
    35 Citations
  • Evaluation and Management of Venous Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.

    Jason R. Cook;Robert W. Thompson

    (2021)
    18 Citations
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Lung Cancer Screening

    (2023)
    16 Citations
  • Postoperative Air Leaks After Lung Surgery: Predictors, Intraoperative Techniques, and Postoperative Management.

    Travis C Geraci;Stephanie H Chang;Savan K Shah;Amie Kent

    (2021)
    15 Citations
  • Prehabilitation of the Thoracic Surgery Patient.

    Aaron R. Dezube;Lisa Cooper;Michael T. Jaklitsch

    (2020)
    13 Citations
  • Pathology of Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma.

    Yin P Hung;Lucian R Chirieac

    (2020)
    13 Citations
  • Open, Minimally Invasive, and Robotic Approaches for Esophagectomy: What Is the Approach Algorithm?

    Tadeusz D Witek;Thomas J Melvin;James D Luketich;Inderpal S Sarkaria

    (2020)
    11 Citations
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Lung

    Simran Randhawa;Nikolaos Trikalinos;G Alexander Patterson

    (2021)
    11 Citations
  • Disparities in Health Care Delivery Systems

    Muhammad Farhan Nadeem;Larry R Kaiser

    (2022)
    11 Citations
  • Mesothelioma Biomarkers: Discovery in Search of Validation.

    Harvey I Pass;Marjan Alimi;Michele Carbone;Haining Yang

    (2020)
    10 Citations

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Exploring these degrees and career paths can offer valuable opportunities in the healthcare industry without the extended commitment of medical school, providing flexible, attainable options aligned with evolving healthcare needs.

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