The Journal of Surgical Outcomes and Innovation (JSOI) is an international peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing clinical excellence, scientific innovation, and evidence-based practices in the field of surgery. The journal serves as a dynamic platform for surgeons, clinicians, researchers, academicians, and healthcare professionals to share original research, emerging technologies, and transformative approaches that improve surgical outcomes and patient care across diverse medical specialties. JSOI encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and promotes meaningful scientific discussions that contribute to the continuous evolution of modern surgical sciences. JSOI focuses on publishing high-quality articles that address contemporary challenges in surgical procedures, perioperative care, minimally invasive techniques, robotic-assisted surgeries, post-operative management, surgical education, and healthcare innovations. The journal welcomes contributions that highlight clinical advancements, translational research, innovative methodologies, and outcome-driven practices designed to enhance precision, safety, efficiency, and recovery in surgical treatment. Through rigorous peer review and ethical publishing standards, JSOI aims to support the global dissemination of reliable and impactful scientific knowledge. The journal also recognizes the growing importance of technology-driven healthcare and encourages submissions related to artificial intelligence in surgery, digital health integration, biomedical engineering applications, surgical simulation, and data-informed decision-making. By bridging clinical expertise with innovation and research excellence, JSOI aspires to become a valuable academic resource for the international surgical and medical research community. Keywords: Surgical Research, Surgical Outcomes, Clinical Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Surgical Innovation, Perioperative Care, Patient Safety, Postoperative Recovery, Evidence-Based Surgery, Surgical Technology, Trauma Surgery, General Surgery, Healthcare Innovation, Biomedical Applications, Surgical Education, Translational Medicine, Artificial Intelligence in Surgery, Clinical Trials, Medical Sciences
Guidelines
We welcome high-quality, original research contributions that advance scientific knowledge and align with the scope of our peer-reviewed journals. To ensure a smooth submission and publication process, authors are requested to adhere to the following guidelines.
1. Manuscript Preparation
Formatting: Manuscripts should be submitted in MS Word format (.docx) using 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins.
Structure:
Include the following sections as applicable: Title page, Abstract (250 words max), Keywords (3–5), Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Acknowledgments, References.
Figures and Tables:
Numbered and captioned appropriately; include high-resolution images in separate files.
Reference Style:
Use APA Style, 7th Edition. Citations should be in-text (Author, Year) and listed in alphabetical order at the end.
Example (Journal Article):
Smith, J. A., & Brown, L. T. (2020). Climate trends in urban regions. Environmental Research Letters, 15(3), 123–134. https://doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyy
2. Submission Process
Manuscripts must be submitted via our online journal management system. Ensure all authors are listed and an ORCID iD is provided (optional but encouraged).
3. Peer Review
All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process by subject experts. Authors can expect an initial decision within 1–2 weeks of submission.
4. Withdrawal Policy
Authors may withdraw their manuscript prior to peer review by notifying the editorial office via email. However, manuscripts withdrawn after peer review but before final decision may be subject to a withdrawal processing fee of USD $50. Withdrawal after acceptance is strongly discouraged and may result in a publication embargo for the authors.
5. Ethical Considerations
USOD Publishers follows COPE guidelines. Plagiarism, data fabrication, duplicate submissions, and unethical research practices are strictly prohibited.