Aims & Scope

Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) is dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving clinical practice in the fields of women’s health, obstetrics, and gynecology. The journal provides an international platform for the dissemination of high-quality research and scholarly work addressing health conditions that uniquely or disproportionately affect women across the lifespan.

The journal covers a broad spectrum of topics including maternal and reproductive health, obstetric care, gynecological disorders, infertility, menopause, adolescent gynecology, reproductive endocrinology, urogynecology, gynecologic oncology, contraception, and sexual and reproductive health. In addition, JWHOG welcomes research addressing mental health, chronic diseases affecting women, and health disparities that influence women’s health outcomes in different populations.

JWHOG particularly encourages multidisciplinary research that integrates clinical medicine, public health, behavioral science, and social perspectives to better understand and address complex challenges in women’s health. Studies focusing on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and health policy related to women’s health are of particular interest.

The journal publishes original research articles, systematic reviews, review articles, brief communications, and position papers that contribute to evidence-based clinical practice, inform public health strategies, and promote equity in women’s health care worldwide.

Editorial Policies

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of editorial integrity, transparency, and scientific rigor in scholarly publishing.

All manuscripts submitted to the journal undergo an initial editorial evaluation to determine their relevance to the journal’s scope and compliance with submission guidelines. Manuscripts that meet the preliminary requirements are assigned to a Section Editor and sent for double-blind peer review by independent experts in the relevant field.

Editorial decisions are based on the scientific merit, originality, methodological soundness, and relevance of the manuscript to women’s health, obstetrics, and gynecology. The Editor-in-Chief and editorial board ensure that the review process is fair, unbiased, and conducted with confidentiality.

The journal follows ethical standards in publishing and expects authors, reviewers, and editors to adhere to accepted principles of academic integrity, including transparency in authorship, disclosure of conflicts of interest, and responsible reporting of research findings.

The editorial team reserves the right to reject manuscripts that do not meet the scientific, ethical, or editorial standards of the journal

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) undergo a rigorous peer review process to ensure the quality, integrity, and scientific validity of the published work.

Each manuscript is initially assessed by the editorial office to determine its suitability for the journal’s scope and adherence to submission guidelines. Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are assigned to an appropriate Section Editor and sent for double-blind peer review, where both reviewers and authors remain anonymous.

Typically, two independent experts evaluate the manuscript based on scientific quality, originality, methodology, ethical standards, and relevance to the journal’s scope. Based on the reviewers’ recommendations, the Editor may decide to accept the manuscript, request revisions, or reject the submission.

The journal strives to maintain a fair, transparent, and timely peer review process while upholding the highest standards of scholarly publishing.

Open Access Policy

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) is committed to the principles of open access, ensuring that all published articles are freely available to readers worldwide without subscription or access fees.

All articles published in the journal can be accessed, read, downloaded, and shared without restriction, provided appropriate credit is given to the original authors and the journal.

By providing unrestricted access to research findings, JWHOG aims to promote the dissemination of scientific knowledge, encourage collaboration among researchers, and support the advancement of women’s health globally.

Publication Ethics

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and follows internationally accepted guidelines for ethical publishing and research integrity.

Authors submitting manuscripts to the journal must ensure that their work is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration elsewhere. Proper acknowledgment of sources, avoidance of plagiarism, and adherence to ethical research practices are mandatory.

Research involving human participants must comply with relevant ethical standards and should have received approval from an appropriate institutional ethics committee. Authors must also disclose any potential conflicts of interest and sources of funding related to their research.

The journal reserves the right to investigate allegations of misconduct including plagiarism, data fabrication, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices, and may take appropriate corrective actions when necessary.

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics, following the Code of Conduct and Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), and the World Association of Medical Editors (WAME).

For detailed information, please visit the journal’s Policy page.

Types of Articles Accepted

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) publishes a variety of article types to promote the dissemination of scientific knowledge in the field.

The journal accepts the following categories of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses
  • Narrative Review Articles
  • Short Communications
  • Case Reports and Case Series
  • Editorials and Commentaries
  • Position Papers and Consensus Statements
  • Letters to the Editor

All submissions are evaluated based on scientific merit, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope

Publishing Frequency

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) is published quarterly with four issues per year. Each issue is dedicated to a specific topic of special interest within the fields of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology providing focused and comprehensive insights for its readers

The authors retain the copyright for all editorial content published in Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG). Content may be used, in part or in full, for non-commercial purposes, provided proper attribution is given.

Authors are required to submit their manuscripts along with a completed Commercial Rights Transfer Form as part of the submission process

Licensing

This license allows restricted use in any medium for non-commercial purposes, provided the original work is properly cited.

Under this licensing model, authors retain copyright for their articles, promoting accessibility while ensuring their intellectual property rights are respected.

Readership

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) publishes clinical and translational research addressing current practices in obstetrics, gynecology, reproductive medicine, maternal–fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, and related disciplines in women’s health.

The journal’s primary readership includes obstetricians and gynecologists, along with maternal–fetal medicine specialists, reproductive endocrinologists, gynecologic oncologists, public health professionals, researchers, and allied healthcare providers. JWHOG serves as a valuable resource for clinicians, scientists, and academicians involved in advancing research and clinical care in women’s health.

Keywords

Women’s health, obstetrics, gynecology, maternal health, reproductive health, pregnancy, maternal–fetal medicine, prenatal care, antenatal care, postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy, infertility, reproductive endocrinology, assisted reproductive technology, gynecologic oncology, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine disorders, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause, adolescent gynecology, contraception, pelvic floor disorders, urogynecology, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, public health in women, maternal mortality, reproductive rights, sexual health, obstetric complications, fetal medicine, prenatal diagnosis, women’s mental health, reproductive epidemiology.

Archiving Policy

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) is committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content.

All articles published in the journal are stored and maintained within the journal’s online publishing platform to ensure permanent accessibility. The journal also supports digital archiving practices that allow long-term preservation of scholarly content through institutional repositories and other recognized archiving systems.

In the event that the journal ceases publication, the publisher will ensure that all previously published articles remain accessible through appropriate digital archiving mechanisms to preserve the scholarly record.

Ownership and Management

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG) is owned and managed under the auspices of Krishers Publishing House.

This ensures a strong foundation in delivering high-quality, peer-reviewed medical content to its readers and contributors worldwide.

The Journal of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology (JWHOG), published by Krishers Publishing House, accepts advertisements in both digital and print formats. All advertisements are independent of editorial decisions and are subject to strict review to ensure compliance with ethical standards.

The journal does not endorse any product or service marked as an advertisement or promoted by a sponsor. Editorial integrity is maintained without influence from commercial or financial interests or advertising arrangements.

Guidelines for Advertisements:

  1. Advertisements must not be deceptive, misleading, or inappropriate. Claims should be verifiable and not exaggerated.
  2. Advertisements with indecent, offensive, or discriminatory content—based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or religion—will not be accepted.
  3. Advertisements promoting harmful products (e.g., tobacco or alcohol) are strictly prohibited.
  4. Advertisements can be removed from the journal site at any time if deemed inappropriate by the publisher.
  5. Product-specific or drug-specific advertisements cannot target specific articles or pages related to the product being advertised.

Submission Requirements:
Advertisers must provide marketing authorization and a summary of the product’s characteristics. Drug advertisements must clearly state the full generic name of each active ingredient.

The journal’s editorial decisions are independent of advertising or sponsorship considerations, ensuring unbiased content. Complaints related to advertisements will be addressed and documented on the journal’s Advertisements page.

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