Case Report Journal/Conference Database

by | Jun 30, 2024 | Research Databases

Authors: Fayhaa Doja OMS-III CCOM, Abigail Kappenman, Justin Chen, Mahima Rajesh
Editors: Sneha Polam and Samantha Licciardi 

Updated: April 1, 2024

Disclaimer: Some journals require fees to submit reports which are listed in the description of each journal. We understand that students may not be able to pay these fees. However, the lab/PI may be willing to cover the cost to submit. Additionally, your COM may cover fees to submit to certain journals. If you are unsure of where you are able to submit, contact the Research Director at your COM or your attending physician on the case. 

If you are looking for examples of case reports, exploring some of these journals would be a good start! If you are looking for a guide on how to write a case report, SOMA has a guide available through the following link:  [How To Write A Case Report]

Journals:

AACE Clinical Case Reports

Description: The American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE) Clinical Case Reports is the official open-access journal of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology. The journal’s mission is to provide up-to-date information for endocrinologists regarding many topics, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, and more.

American College of Gastroenterology Case Reports Journal

Description: ACG Case Reports accepts unique cases related to gastroenterology. Students must submit with a GI fellow or resident interested in pursuing a GI fellowship as the lead author. All submitted abstracts will be published for the organization’s national meeting.

    • Cost: Free for members, $500 for non-members
    • Apply here: https://gi.org/journals-publications/acg-case-reports-journal/  

American College of Radiology (ACR) Case-in-Point

Description: The American College of Radiology Case-in-Point is an online collection of radiology case reports used to teach radiologists, residents, and students about imaging findings in both common and unique cases! Cases must be submitted with imaging and students must have a physician to submit the case with. It is free to submit a case and students should hear back in about 3 months if their case has been accepted or rejected.

American Journal of Case Reports

Description: The American Journal of Case Reports publishes both single and series case reports from all over the globe. Research from all clinical disciplines is welcome to apply.

Annals of Emergency Medicine

Description: Annals of Emergency Medicine, an official journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians, aims to publish science for emergency medicine and all related fields. The journal accepts manuscripts from several categories: research, opinion, clinical reports, and information regarding best practices in teaching emergency medicine.

    Annals of Medicine and Surgery

    Description: Annals of Medicine and Surgery focuses on undergraduates and postgraduates who are trained in medicine and surgery. The journal accepts a wide variety of articles including case reports.

    Brain and Cognition

    Description: Brain and Cognition publishes a wide variety of articles that relate to cognitive neuroscience and neuropsychology.

    The British Medical Journal

    Description: The BMJ accepts cases that provide learning value, whether the case is common or rare. The case must also be patient-centered to include the patient’s perspective throughout the writing process. BMJ Case Reports has a unique business model whereby users (whether authors or readers) become fellows through a paid fellowship.

    Cardiology Clinics

    Description: Cardiology Clinics provides new insight into patient treatment and recent advances in the field. Each issue focuses on one cardiology topic which includes CAD, heart rhythm disorders, and more.

    Chinese Medicine Journal

    Description: Chinese Medical Journal, a publication of Chinese Medical Association, publishes articles regarding ethical, health, and social issues in all fields of medicine from all over the globe.

      Clinical Neuroradiology

      Description: Clinical Neuroradiology publishes current advancements and reviews in neuroradiology. The journal welcomes contributions in both diagnostic and interventional disciplines.

      Cooper Rowan Medical Journal

      Description: CRMJ is a partially student-run peer-reviewed journal out of Cooper Medical School accepting articles first-authored by residents and medical students. The journal accepts a broad range of topics and prioritizes research regarding health conditions that often affect medically underserved populations.

        • Cost: Must contact organization
        • Apply here: https://rdw.rowan.edu/crjcsm/about.html

      Cureus 

      Description: The Cureus Journal of Medical Science is a leading online platform for open-access medical case reports. It offers a user-friendly interface and rigorous peer-review process, facilitating the sharing of clinical experiences and findings globally. Whether exploring rare conditions or innovative treatments, Cureus provides valuable insights for medical professionals and enthusiasts. They are specifically accepting autobiographical case reports as well.

      Current Psychiatry Reports

      Description: Current Psychiatry Reports presents thorough review articles written by leading experts worldwide, showcasing pivotal advancements in the field. Emphasizing recent papers of importance, the journal provides lucid, insightful, and impartial reviews. These articles shed light on contemporary and evolving approaches for diagnosing, treating, managing, and preventing psychiatric disorders.

      Current Sport Medicine Reports

      Description: Current Sports Medicine Reports features peer-reviewed case reports, section articles, and special communications authored by experts. They delve into the latest advancements in the field, tailored to clinicians practicing in the community. These articles may draw from the authors’ experiences, outline their unique approaches, and provide critical insights into ongoing debates within the field.

      Ecology of Food and Nutrition

      Description: Ecology of Food and Nutrition is a globally recognized journal dedicated to exploring the intricate relationship between food and nutrition. As an international platform, it welcomes peer-reviewed articles spanning various dimensions of this dynamic field, including ecological, biological, and cultural perspectives. With its comprehensive scope, the journal provides valuable insights into the multifaceted interactions shaping our understanding of food and nutrition.

      Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Case Reports 

      Description: Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Case Reports is a distinguished journal that showcases case reports encompassing both prevalent and uncommon conditions across all domains of clinical endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism. It welcomes submissions ranging from individual case studies to comprehensive case series, offering a diverse perspective on diagnostic and management approaches in these fields.

      Frontiers of Medicine

      Description: Frontiers of Medicine is a comprehensive medical journal committed to disseminating original research and review articles that explore the forefront of clinical and basic medicine. With a special emphasis on epidemiology, traditional Chinese medicine, translational research, healthcare, public health, and health policies, we provide a platform for the latest advances in these vital areas. The mission is to foster collaboration and innovation, driving progress in medical science and healthcare delivery.

        The Future D.O. (The SOMA Magazine)

        Description: The Future D.O., is a biannual publication dedicated to empowering osteopathic medical students across the nation. It provides a unique platform for students to publish research abstracts, opinion pieces, and creative content, thereby showcasing their scientific, research, and personal achievements. 

          • Cost: Free for SOMA Members; Non-SOMA Members: first submission is free; every subsequent submission is $5
          • Apply Here: Please contact rd@studentdo.com for more information on when abstract submissions open.

        Gynecologic Oncology Reports

        Description: Gynecologic Oncology Reports is an online-only, open-access journal dedicated to promptly sharing narrative review articles, survey articles, case reports, case series, letters to the editor on previously published manuscripts, and other concise communications in gynecologic oncology. The mission is to facilitate the swift dissemination of valuable insights and discoveries, advancing the understanding and management of gynecologic cancers.

        Harvard Medical School Review

        Description: The scope of HMSR is deliberately expansive to encompass the diverse realms of medicine and healthcare. Recognizing the multifaceted nature of these fields, HMSR welcomes submissions on a wide array of topics, including but not limited to trends in biomedical research and technology, advancements in healthcare delivery, discussions on medical ethics, perspectives on effective health policies, and insights into medicine and medical education from the unique viewpoint of students.

        ID Cases

        Description: IDCases is a platform dedicated to the dissemination of original case reports spanning all areas of infectious diseases. IDCases provides a space for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students to explore unique clinical cases, innovative treatments, and emerging trends in infectious disease management.

        International Journal of Medical Students

        Description: The International Journal of Medical Students (IJMS) provides a comprehensive platform for aspiring researchers and early-career scientists to share their original findings and insights in the field of medicine. As an open-access, peer-reviewed journal, IJMS welcomes submissions from students and professionals worldwide. Whether you’re conducting groundbreaking research, exploring innovative approaches, or analyzing clinical cases, IJMS offers a supportive environment for disseminating your work to a global audience. 

        Journal of the American Academy of Audiology

        Description: The Journal of the American Academy of Audiology (JAAA) serves as the premier scholarly peer-reviewed publication of the Academy, provided as a membership benefit. JAAA showcases articles and clinical reports encompassing various domains of audiology, such as audiological assessment, amplification, aural habilitation and rehabilitation, auditory electrophysiology, vestibular assessment, and hearing science.

        JAAD Case Reports

        Description: JAAD Case Reports® is a valued companion to the esteemed Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD). JDCR is committed to enriching clinical dermatology practice by showcasing a diverse array of traditional and interactive case reports, case series, and images. The publication aims to provide authentic, educational, and engaging content that appeals to dermatologists, residents, fellows, researchers, and clinicians across all dermatology subspecialties. They prioritize submissions with high-quality clinical photography to enhance the educational experience.

        JAMA Internal Medicine

        Description: JAMA Internal Medicine, is a globally respected peer-reviewed journal committed to advancing internal medicine through credible, clinically relevant research. With a focus on clinical relevance, practice change, credibility, and effective communication, they publish stimulating articles that inform and educate with the latest research. The renowned “Less Is More®” series highlights instances where reducing medical interventions leads to improved patient outcomes, reflecting their dedication to patient-centered care. 

        Journal of Addiction Medicine

        Description: The Journal of Addiction Medicine (JAM), the official publication of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), aims to enhance addiction medicine practice and research excellence. Published six times annually, JAM provides essential updates for healthcare professionals, covering a wide range of clinically relevant topics in addiction science and treatment. Peer-reviewed articles in JAM ensure comprehensive coverage, addressing innovative treatments, ethical considerations, social impacts, and more, catering to the needs of both clinicians and scientists.

        Journal of Anesthesia

        Description: The Journal of Anesthesia accepts case reports along with special articles, review articles, and original research. Students must be members and the website will guide you through a step-by-step process to properly submit the manuscript. With a commitment to excellence, the journal publishes peer-reviewed articles that encompass a diverse array of topics, including perioperative medicine, critical care, pain management, and anesthesia techniques.

        Journal of Graduate Medical Education

        Description: The Journal of Graduate Medical Education (JGME) focuses on the education of residents and fellows in allopathic and osteopathic programs, including transitions in and out of training, and innovation in graduate medical education (GME). Manuscript categories include original research, educational innovations, reviews, brief reports, perspectives, personal essays, and letters to the editor, with submissions spanning multiple medical specialties or subspecialties. Submissions should focus on GME or related topics and be relevant to at least two medical specialties or subspecialties, as JGME caters to a diverse audience of medical educators and researchers. 

        Journal of Osteopathic Medicine

        Description: The Journal of Osteopathic Medicine (JOM), the official scientific publication of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), is a premier platform for disseminating scholarly research and clinical insights in osteopathic medicine. Published regularly, JOM welcomes submissions encompassing osteopathic principles, musculoskeletal medicine, and interdisciplinary healthcare approaches, striving to advance understanding and application in patient care, education, and research. With a diverse readership including osteopathic physicians, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals, JOM plays a vital role in shaping the future of osteopathic medicine.

        Journal of Radiology Case Reports

        Description: The Journal of Radiology Case Reports is an open-access journal specializing in diagnostic imaging-focused case reports across various categories. From musculoskeletal to oncologic cases, its comprehensive coverage ensures a thorough exploration of the field. All articles are freely accessible globally, though authors cover an article-processing fee upon acceptance to support operations. The journal’s goal is to provide a platform for well-documented case reports, bolstered by literature reviews, to enhance understanding in diagnostic imaging. Authors and readers are invited to engage with the journal, fostering a collaborative environment for insights and discoveries to thrive.

        Medical Care

        Description: Medical Care, ranked among the top ten journals in healthcare administration, addresses all aspects of healthcare delivery and administration. This scholarly publication presents original, peer-reviewed papers highlighting the latest developments in the field. Additionally, Medical Care produces multiple special supplementary issues annually, focusing on specialized topics. 

        Neurocase

        Description: Neurocase: Behavior, Cognition and Neuroscience is a rapid response journal featuring innovative group and case studies in neuropsychology, neuropsychiatry, and behavioral neurology, examining the neural basis of cognition. The journal considers four types of manuscripts: group studies of subjects with brain dysfunction, single-case investigations, reviews of important topics, and brief reports. Investigations with precise anatomical localization of lesions or neural activity, along with studies on patients with neurodegenerative diseases, are of particular interest due to their increasing prevalence with aging populations. Manuscripts undergo initial appraisal by the Editor and subsequent peer review by independent experts. Authors have the option to publish gold open access in this journal.

        Pediatrics

        Description: Pediatrics serves as the official peer-reviewed journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, offering a platform for the publication of original research, clinical observations, and special feature articles within the field of pediatrics. The scope of contributions extends beyond traditional pediatrics to include related disciplines such as nutrition, surgery, dentistry, public health, and more. Manuscript submissions encompass various categories including reports of original research, review articles, special articles, and case reports, each requiring adherence to specific preparation guidelines. While the digital edition of Pediatrics serves as the primary journal of record, selected article types may also be presented in full in both digital and print formats.

        Peer-Reviewed Reports in Medical Education Research (PRiMER)

        Description: PRiMER, or Peer-reviewed Reports in Medical Education Research, focuses on publishing concise research briefs of original research relevant to education in family medicine and related fields like primary care and public health. As a companion to other STFM-sponsored journals, PRiMER emphasizes medical education and health workforce policy. While it does not accept clinical reviews or unrelated articles, it does consider noneducational research if the first author is a medical student, family medicine resident, or another relevant learner. PRiMER also features editorially reviewed letters to the editor, along with short reviews, commentaries, and editorials, but does not accept case reports. Its main goal is to provide a platform for the exchange of new knowledge and educational innovations while fostering the scholarly development of early-stage scholars in the medical education field.

        PLOS ONE

        Description: PLOS ONE operates as an inclusive journal community dedicated to advancing science for societal benefit. Founded with the mission of accelerating scientific progress, it advocates for the publication of all rigorous research, emphasizing accessibility and dissemination. Researchers choose PLOS ONE for its inclusive publication criteria, accepting research across over two hundred subject areas spanning science, engineering, medicine, and related fields. The journal evaluates submissions based on scientific validity, methodology, and ethical standards, rather than perceived significance. Additionally, PLOS ONE welcomes multidisciplinary research, replication studies, negative results, and Registered Reports and Protocols, fostering a diverse and collaborative research environment.

          • Cost: Varies
          • Apply here: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/s/submit-now 

        Preventative Medicine

        Description: Preventive Medicine is a leading international scholarly journal dedicated to the publication of original articles focusing on disease prevention, health promotion, and public health policymaking, with a lens on social determinants of health. With a commitment to impacting the practices of disease prevention, health promotion, and public health, Preventive Medicine strives to publish research that advances these disciplines. Additionally, it serves as the companion title to Preventive Medicine Reports, an open-access journal focusing on foundational research in disease prevention and health promotion.

        Radiologic Clinics of North America

        Description: Radiologic Clinics of North America provides practitioners with comprehensive, clinically relevant information directly applicable to their practice. Each bimonthly issue, released in January, March, May, July, September, and November, delves into a current radiology topic guided by an expert editor in the field. Readers can expect detailed review articles authored by leading experts, accompanied by high-quality radiographs, MR images, CT scans, and sonograms. Topics covered span various areas of radiology, including body imaging, interventional radiology, breast imaging, cardiac imaging, and more. Additionally, practitioners have the option to purchase a CME subscription, offering up to 90 AMA Category 1 credits per year.

        Remedy Open Access Journal

        Description: Remedy Publications LLC is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access mega journal dedicated to publishing manuscripts from various fields including clinical medicine, internal medicine, nursing, dentistry, surgery, oncology, and their sub-specialties. Its aim is to disseminate basic, translational, and clinical research manuscripts that significantly contribute to the advancement of clinical medicine. Serving as an ideal platform for researchers, Remedy publications enable them to reach a diverse audience within the scientific community. The aspiration of Remedy Publications is to publish manuscripts that are engaging, informative, and up-to-date, providing readers with the latest advancements in internal medicine and clinical medicine subspecialties.

        Respiratory Medicine and Research

        Description: The Journal of the French Society of Respiratory Diseases (SPLF) is a peer-reviewed English-language publication, published e-only. Respiratory Medicine and Research targets an international dimension, publishing research articles, reviews articles, guidelines, and consensus statements, in all areas of respiratory diseases. Its mission is to contribute to the global understanding and advancement of respiratory medicine through the dissemination of high-quality scientific content. By targeting an international dimension, the journal aims to foster collaboration and exchange of knowledge among researchers, clinicians, and professionals in the field of respiratory health. Through its comprehensive coverage and commitment to scholarly rigor, Respiratory Medicine and Research serves as a valuable resource for the respiratory community worldwide.

          Ultrasonics

          Description: Ultrasonics stands as the sole internationally recognized journal encompassing the entire spectrum of ultrasound research, technology, and applications. With diverse sections, it ensures readers are updated on the latest advancements in both fundamental investigation and practical developments related to ultrasonics. The journal prioritizes papers of exceptional quality relevant to academia and industry, particularly those where ultrasonics serves as the core focus. In addition to original research papers and review articles by renowned experts, Ultrasonics features short communications, upcoming event calendars, and special issues dedicated to specific topics, enriching its readership with a comprehensive exploration of ultrasonic innovations.

              Urology Case Reports

              Description: Urology Case Reports, part of a series of specialist open access titles introduced by the journal Urology, focuses on publishing case reports across all domains of adult and pediatric urology. Accepted case reports must meet criteria of authenticity, clarity, educational value, and clinical relevance, catering to an international audience of practicing urologists, trainees, and researchers.

                  Conferences:

                  American College of Physicians

                  Description: The ACP holds a conference each year that gives medical students, resident/fellows, and early career physicians a chance to present abstracts on a national scale. Students must be ACP members to participate in the National Abstract Competitions. Membership is required.

                      Osteopathic Medical Education Conference (OMED)

                      Description: The American Osteopathic Association’s poster session/competition serves as a platform for researchers, both new and seasoned, to share their findings with a wider audience. Participation is open to students enrolled in osteopathic medical schools who are also members of the association. Additionally, the poster session/competition is an integral part of the Osteopathic Medical Education Conference (OMED), an annual event that brings together healthcare professionals, educators, and students to exchange knowledge, explore innovative practices, and advance the field of osteopathic medicine. OMED provides a dynamic environment for networking, learning, and showcasing research, making it an invaluable experience for attendees at all stages of their careers.