Journal Metrics

Top 10 Anesthesiology Journals to Publish your Research in 2024

Looking to publish your work in a top anesthesiology journal? Compare various journal metrics to pick the best one for your research.

When your manuscript is finally ready for publication after hours of research and writing, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face as a researcher is choosing the right journal for submission. With numerous options available, deciding where to submit can be challenging. So, what are the top anesthesiology journals in 2024?

Journal metrics

Before diving into the top choices, it’s essential to acknowledge that journal metrics, while important, should not be the sole consideration when selecting a journal. Factors like publication fees, open-access availability, turnaround time for reviews, and the journal's specific focus can significantly influence your decision. While the Journal Impact Factor (JIF) is widely recognized as a measure of a journal’s significance, it is not the only metric to consider.

The Journal Impact Factor reflects the average number of citations an article receives over a two-year period, but other metrics offer different perspectives on a journal's influence. The Immediacy Index, for instance, provides insight into how quickly articles are cited within the same year of publication, making it valuable for those seeking rapid dissemination of their work. The Normalized Eigenfactor Score compares a journal's influence relative to others in the same field, helping you assess its standing. Similarly, the Article Influence Score evaluates the average impact of a journal’s articles over the first five years after publication, offering a longer-term perspective.

Here is a list of the top 10 anesthesiology journals in 2024, considering various metrics to help guide your decision.

Top 10 Anesthesiology Journals to Publish your Research in 2024

Top 10 Anesthesiology Journals

Journal Name	Impact Factor	Immediacy Index	Normalized Eigenfactor	Article Influence Score	Average Publishing Time Frame	Publishing Options
ANESTHESIOLOGY	9.1	2.8	3.85791	2.806	- 16 days to first decision - 56 days from submission to acceptance	Hybrid
BRITISH JOURNAL OF ANAESTHESIA	9.1	2.6	5.6582	2.989	- 9 days for first decision	Hybrid
ANAESTHESIA	7.5	2.7	3.13614	2.418	- 6 days for first decision - 21 days from submission to acceptance	Hybrid
PAIN	5.9	1.9	5.61847	2.225	- 22 days for first decision - 3 months from submission to acceptance	Hybrid
REGIONAL ANESTHESIA AND PAIN MEDICINE	5.1	0.9	1.79933	1.494	- 20 days for first decision	Hybrid
Journal of Clinical Anesthesia	5	0.9	1.50316	1.751	- 5 days for first decision - 86 days from submission to acceptance	Subscription-based only
Best Practice & Research-Clinical Anaesthesiology	4.7	0.4	0.46314	1.206	- 112 days from submission to acceptance	Subscription-based only
ANESTHESIA AND ANALGESIA	4.6	1.7	5.15127	1.729	- 15 days for first decision - 65 days from submission to acceptance	Hybrid
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ANAESTHESIOLOGY	4.2	2.5	1.22317	1.319	- 22 days for first decision - 110 days from submission to acceptance	Subscription-based only
Korean Journal of Anesthesiology	4.2	1.4	0.77261	1.529	- 25 days for first decision - 100 days from submission to acceptance	Open-access only

*Data from Journal Citation Reports 2023

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