Open Clinical Annals
Open Clinical Annals provides unparalleled dedication and commitment to providing a platform for clinicians and researchers to share their work in all fields related to medicine and healthcare.
Offering a completely free publication process as well as immediate open access to all articles, we encourage submission of original articles, brief reports, reviews, case series, case reports, and letters to the editor.
Newest Articles
Deep Learning and Machine Learning Models for Neural Imaging Decoding: A Review
DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/935DE
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The Persisting Role of Cervical Ferning in Diagnosis of Rupture of Membranes
DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/YF25C
Latest News
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DOI and Permanent Archiving with OSF
March, 2024
We are excited to announce that starting in March 2024, Open Clinical Annals will be leveraging the Open Science Framework (OSF) to enhance the accessibility and permanence of our published articles. This partnership with OSF allows us to ensure the long-term archiving of all published content, providing a reliable and sustainable platform for researchers and readers alike. Additionally, each article published in Open Clinical Annals will now be assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) through OSF, further enhancing its visibility and citability within the scholarly community. We believe that this integration of OSF into our publication process reinforces our commitment to transparency, accessibility, and the dissemination of high-quality research in the field of medicine and healthcare. We look forward to this new chapter in our journal's journey and are excited about the opportunities it presents for advancing medical knowledge and practice.
New Submission Type - Clinical Images
April, 2024
Open Clinical Annals is thrilled to introduce a new submission category: Clinical Images! Starting from April 1st, 2024, we are now accepting submissions of interesting and insightful clinical images accompanied by a brief narrative providing background on the case. This exciting addition aims to enrich our journal with visual representations of medical cases, offering a unique perspective on various aspects of patient care, diagnosis, and treatment. Authors are invited to submit high-quality images along with descriptive narratives of a few hundred words, highlighting the clinical significance and relevance of the case depicted. We believe that Clinical Images will enhance the diversity and depth of content in Open Clinical Annals, providing readers with valuable insights and facilitating further discussion and learning within the medical community. We look forward to receiving your submissions and sharing these compelling visual stories with our readers!
Aims and Scope of Open Clinical Annals
Putting Knowledge First
Open Clinical Annals (OCA) is a peer-reviewed, open-access medical journal dedicated to advancing the dissemination of knowledge in all areas of medicine and healthcare. With a broad scope encompassing original research articles, comprehensive reviews, insightful reports, and clinical case studies, OCA serves as a platform for the exchange of ideas and innovations across the entire spectrum of medical disciplines.
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Areas of interest include but are not limited to:
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Pathophysiology and molecular mechanisms of diseases
Diagnosis and treatment modalities across medical specialties
Public health initiatives and epidemiological studies
Innovations in medical technology and therapeutics
Ethical considerations and healthcare policy developments
Medical education and professional development
Patient-centered care and healthcare delivery systems
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Our mission is to foster collaboration among researchers, clinicians, educators, and policymakers worldwide, promoting excellence in healthcare provision and ultimately improving patient outcomes. Open Clinical Annals aims to be a leading resource for cutting-edge advancements in medicine and healthcare, facilitating interdisciplinary dialogue and driving progress towards a healthier future for all.
How We Publish
Free For All
Open Clinical Annals (OCA) is committed to fostering widespread access to cutting-edge research in the field of medicine and healthcare. As such, our journal operates under a free and open-access model, ensuring that all published content is readily available to readers worldwide without any subscription fees or access restrictions. Furthermore, we uphold our dedication to supporting authors by eliminating any charges for publication.
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Articles accepted for publication in Open Clinical Annals are published online and exclusively in electronic format. Our journal operates on a rolling basis, meaning that articles are published promptly upon acceptance, allowing for rapid dissemination of new discoveries and insights. As our journal grows, we anticipate regularly compiling articles into volumes and issues to facilitate navigation and access to content.
For permanent archiving and to ensure each published article receives a Digital Object Identifier (DOI), Open Clinical Annals partners with the Open Science Framework (OSF). This ensures the longevity and accessibility of all published content.
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Submission to Open Clinical Annals is managed through our email-based submission system. Authors can find detailed information on manuscript types, formatting requirements, and the submission process on our Author Instructions page.
We are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and efficient publication process, providing authors with a platform to share their research findings with the global medical community. Open Clinical Annals looks forward to contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge and practice through our commitment to open access publishing.
Editor in Chief
Lucas Costa, MD Â Â drcosta@gmx.com
Lucas Costa, as the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Open Clinical Annals, is deeply passionate about advancing medical knowledge and fostering collaboration within the healthcare community. With a diverse background as a medical generalist, Lucas has a keen interest in infectious diseases, driven by his experiences as an independent researcher based in Belmopan, Belize.
Dr. Costa's journey in the field of medicine has been marked by a commitment to bridging gaps in healthcare and promoting evidence-based practices. His dedication to addressing global health challenges has led him to spearhead initiatives aimed at promoting access to quality healthcare in underserved regions.
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As Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Costa is thrilled to embark on this journey with Open Clinical Annals, aiming to create a platform that facilitates the exchange of ideas and innovations among researchers, clinicians, and policymakers worldwide.
He welcomes individuals passionate about medical research to reach out and join the editorial board and peer review group, as he believes in the power of collaboration to drive meaningful progress in healthcare.