2.1 General Formatting

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line spacing: Double-spaced
• File format: Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF
• Page numbering: Consecutive, bottom right corner

2.2 Required Sections

Each manuscript should include the following components in order:

• Cover Letter (Download template)
• Title Page
  • Full title of the manuscript
  • Full names, affiliations, and email addresses of all authors
  • Contact details for the corresponding author
• Abstract
  • A concise summary (150–250 words) outlining objectives, methods, key results, and conclusions
• Keywords
  • 4–6 relevant terms for indexing

Main Text Structure:

For original research articles:

• Introduction
• Methods
• Results
• Discussion
• Conclusion

Other article types (e.g., reviews, brief reports) may follow alternative structures appropriate to their format.

• Acknowledgments (if applicable)
• Conflict of Interest Disclosure
• Funding Statement
• References
  • Use Vancouver style; list references numerically in the order cited.
  • Include all authors unless there are more than six, in which case list the first six followed by et al.
• Figures and Tables
  • Figures: High-resolution, submitted as JPEG or PNG files
  • Tables: Editable Word format (do not embed as images)
• Supplementary Material
  • Submit any appendices, datasets, or additional files separately

Journal of Clinical Medicine Current Research
ISSN Online: 2832-7551
Email: editor@clinicalmedicinecr.com

At the Journal of Clinical Medicine Current Research, we publish a wide array of article types that reflect the breadth and depth of modern clinical medicine. Our aim is to foster evidence-based clinical practice, support innovation, and promote rigorous research that directly contributes to patient care and public health.

All submissions must align with ethical standards as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors must provide appropriate ethics approvals, informed consent (where applicable), and disclose all potential conflicts of interest.

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1. Original Research Article

Comprehensive, data-driven studies presenting novel findings in clinical medicine. Should demonstrate methodological rigor and clear clinical relevance.
Structure:
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Introduction
• Materials and Methods
• Results
• Discussion
• Conclusion

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2. Review Article

Extensive, critical summaries of the literature on a specific topic in clinical medicine. Should identify research gaps and clinical implications.

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3. Systematic Review

Thorough and structured reviews addressing specific clinical questions using defined methodology. Must follow PRISMA guidelines and include registration (e.g., PROSPERO).
Must include:
• Search strategy
• Inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Bias assessment
• PRISMA flow diagram

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4. Brief Report

Short, focused articles reporting preliminary clinical research or observations that offer significant insight or prompt further study.

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5. Case Report

Detailed presentation of unique or educational clinical cases. Requires patient consent and ethical clearance.
Structure:
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Introduction
• Case Presentation
• Discussion
• Conclusion

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6. Case Series

Reports of multiple related clinical cases that highlight patterns, treatment approaches, or diagnostic challenges.

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7. Clinical Trial Report

Results from interventional clinical trials. Must include trial registration number and follow CONSORT guidelines for reporting.

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8. Communication

Rapid reports of urgent or novel findings with significant implications for clinical practice or public health.

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9. Hypothesis

Presents new, testable scientific or clinical hypotheses supported by preliminary data or established theories.

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10. Protocol

Detailed descriptions of planned or ongoing clinical studies. Should be peer-reviewed and, where applicable, registered (e.g., ClinicalTrials.gov).

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11. Project Report

Documents public health initiatives, healthcare quality improvement projects, or clinical service innovations with measurable outcomes.

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12. Registered Report

Peer-reviewed study design submitted prior to data collection. Enhances transparency and reduces publication bias.

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13. Perspective

Expert opinions on current trends, future challenges, or clinical innovations. Forward-thinking and often reflective in tone.

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14. Opinion

Evidence-informed views on emerging issues, policies, or controversies in clinical medicine. Clearly identified as opinion pieces.

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15. Commentary

Insightful critique or contextual discussion on recently published articles or evolving topics in clinical care.
Structure:
• Title
• Abstract (unstructured, ~150 words)
• Keywords
• Main Text
• References

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16. Editorial

Written by editors or invited experts. Reflects on timely issues, special themes, or journal-related updates. Does not present new data.

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17. Visual Case / Clinical Image

High-quality clinical images or diagnostic visuals with brief explanatory notes. Must ensure patient consent for any identifiable features.

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18. Abstract / Conference Paper

Summaries or full papers derived from conference presentations. Should include appropriate disclosures and indicate the source event.

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19. Conference Report

Summaries of relevant medical or scientific conferences. Should distinguish between factual reporting and author interpretation.

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20. Book Review

Critical assessments of newly published clinical or medical texts. Authors must disclose any affiliations or relationships to the book or publisher.

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21. Mini Review

Focused and concise summaries on niche or fast-evolving clinical topics. Typically includes literature from the past 3–5 years.
Structure:
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Introduction
• Thematic Sections
• Optional: Discussion or Outlook
• References

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Ethical Standards for All Article Types

Submissions to Journal of Clinical Medicine Current Research must comply with the following ethical standards:

• Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval where applicable
• Informed consent for patient-related studies or images
• Clear funding and data transparency
• No duplicate submission or plagiarism
• Full disclosure of conflicts of interest
• Commitment to corrections and retractions, in line with COPE guidance

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To submit your manuscript or for further inquiries, contact us at:
editor@clinicalmedicinecr.com

We welcome your contribution to advancing clinical knowledge and improving patient care.

All submissions undergo rigorous double-blind peer review, ensuring the anonymity of both authors and reviewers. Manuscripts are assessed on originality, scientific rigor, clarity, and relevance to JCMCR’s scope. Authors may recommend reviewers, but final selection is at the editors’ discretion.

JCMCR follows a gold open-access model, ensuring free access to all published content. An Article Processing Charge (APC) applies upon acceptance. Full fee details are available on our website.

We offer APC waivers or discounts for authors from low-income countries and for those without research funding; requests can be submitted during the submission process.

Upon acceptance, authors agree to transfer copyright to JCMCR. Published articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0), allowing non-commercial reuse with appropriate attribution.

Authors must adhere to the highest standards of research integrity. Where applicable:

• Provide details of ethical approval for studies involving humans or animals
• Ensure datasets are made publicly available or accessible upon request
• Describe methods thoroughly to enable replication

Authors are expected to promptly inform the editorial office of any errors or inaccuracies identified after publication. Corrections, retractions, or notices will be issued in line with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines.

Submitting a manuscript or withdrawing is solely the interest of an author and we respect their decision. Withdrawal of a manuscript will be permitted only for the most unavoidable reasons, as it wastes the valuable resources and tremendous amount of effort made in processing the manuscripts by the editors, reviewers and the editorial staff.

Authors are entitled to change their mind regarding submitting or withdrawing their articles and they can withdraw their article at no charge - if withdrawn within 3 days of its initial submission only. If the author(s) requests a withdrawal of manuscript any time after the peer review process or in the production stage (Early release) or after it is published online- they will be subjected to payment of 60% of the original article processing fee.

For full submission instructions, templates, and access to the submission portal, please visit our website or contact us at: editor@clinicalmedicinecr.com.