Emergency Medicine Australasia

Emergency Medicine Australasia (EMA) is a peer-reviewed medical journal that covers research and practice in emergency medicine primarily in the Australasian region, which includes Australia, New Zealand, and nearby islands. The journal serves as a key resource for medical practitioners, researchers, and professionals involved in emergency medicine, providing insights into clinical practices, education, policy, and research in the field. It aims to enhance the quality of care in emergency departments and similar settings by disseminating up-to-date research findings, reviews, and opinion pieces relevant to emergency medicine.

Scope and Content

The scope of Emergency Medicine Australasia encompasses a wide range of topics relevant to the practice of emergency medicine. This includes clinical management of acute and urgent aspects of illness and injury affecting patients of all age groups, with a spectrum of undifferentiated physical and behavioral disorders. It also covers articles on the organization and delivery of emergency care, including emergency department management, health policy and system practices, education and training in emergency medicine, and the integration of pre-hospital and in-hospital emergency services.

Publication and Indexing

Emergency Medicine Australasia is published by Wiley-Blackwell on behalf of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM). The journal is indexed in several major databases, including MEDLINE, Scopus, and the Science Citation Index. This ensures that the articles published in the journal are accessible to a wide audience of healthcare professionals and researchers worldwide.

Editorial Policies

The journal adheres to strict editorial policies that govern the peer-review process, ethics in publishing, and conflicts of interest. Manuscripts submitted to Emergency Medicine Australasia undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the accuracy, relevance, and originality of the content. The journal is committed to maintaining high ethical standards in all aspects of its operations, from submission to publication.

Impact

Emergency Medicine Australasia has a significant impact on the practice of emergency medicine in the Australasian region and beyond. By providing a platform for the dissemination of research findings and discussions on best practices, the journal contributes to the ongoing development and improvement of emergency medical care. Its articles are often cited in policy documents, guidelines, and other scientific literature, reflecting the journal's role in shaping the field of emergency medicine.

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