Peer Review Policy
The Journal of Clinical Practice and Health Sciences (JCPHS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly rigor and integrity through a thorough and unbiased peer review process. The journal employs a double-blind peer review system to ensure fairness and confidentiality for both authors and reviewers.
Double-Blind Review:
Both the identities of the authors and the reviewers are kept confidential throughout the review process. This minimizes potential biases and promotes objective evaluation based solely on the scientific merit of the manuscript.
Reviewer Selection:
Manuscripts are assigned to qualified reviewers with relevant expertise in the subject matter. Reviewers are selected based on their academic qualifications, research experience, and prior reviewing history.
Review Process:
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Initial Editorial Assessment: Submissions undergo an initial evaluation by the editorial team to ensure scope alignment, originality, and adherence to submission guidelines.
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Expert Review: Suitable manuscripts are sent to at least two independent reviewers for detailed evaluation of methodology, validity, originality, and contribution to the field.
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Reviewer Feedback: Reviewers provide constructive comments and recommendations (acceptance, revision, or rejection) to help improve the quality of the manuscript.
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Editorial Decision: Based on reviewer reports, the editorial board makes the final decision, which may include acceptance, minor or major revision, or rejection.
Ethical Responsibilities:
Reviewers are expected to maintain confidentiality, declare any conflicts of interest, and provide objective and timely assessments. Authors are encouraged to respond to reviewer comments constructively.
Transparency and Appeals:
The journal ensures transparency in the review process and provides authors the opportunity to appeal editorial decisions or request clarifications.
By adhering to this rigorous peer review policy, JCPHS guarantees the publication of high-quality, reliable, and impactful research in clinical practice and health sciences.