One of the top-cited journals in the field, Radiology publishes cutting edge and impactful imaging research articles in radiology and medical imaging

June 30, 2022 — The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) announced that Radiology, the Society’s flagship peer-reviewed journal, sharply increased its impact factor in 2021, according to the newly released 2022 update to the Clarivate Analytics Journal Citation Reports. Impact factor measures the relevance and influence of academic journals based on citation data. 

Radiology has a 2021 impact factor of 29.146, up from 11.105 in 2020. The journal’s impact factor has risen steadily since 2015. Radiology was cited 76,068 times in 2021 and ranks first in impact factor among journals in the Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging category.  

One of the top-cited journals in the field, Radiology publishes cutting edge and impactful imaging research articles in radiology and medical imaging. Over the past two years, the journal has been a leader in publishing medical-imaging focused COVID-19 research, statements and commentary. 

“The high impact factor for Radiology is representative of the fundamental importance of imaging throughout our hospitals and clinics,” said David A. Bluemke, M.D., Ph.D., Radiology editor. “Our journal’s success depends on our author’s outstanding research efforts, made even more challenging during the pandemic.” 

Radiology is the world’s foremost journal for new, important and translatable discoveries in medical imaging research and provides meaningful information to medical imaging physicians and scientists aiming to improve health and reduce the burden of disease. 

Published regularly since 1923, Radiology has long been recognized as the authoritative reference for the most current, clinically relevant and highest quality research in the field of radiology. Each month, the journal publishes approximately 300 pages of peer-reviewed original research, authoritative reviews, commentary on significant articles, and expert opinion on new techniques and technologies. 

“The notable increase in Radiology’s impact factor reflects the central role of medical imaging in patient care,” said Radiology deputy editor Linda Moy, M.D. “The exceptional research and educational content developed by our authors, as well as the dedication of our excellent reviewers and editorial board, contribute to the success of Radiology.” 

RadioGraphics, RSNA’s premier educational journal also saw a jump in impact. RadioGraphics increased its impact factor from 5.333 in 2020 to 6.312 in 2021 with 17,881 citations. The popular journal has more than doubled its impact factor since 2015. 

“RadioGraphics aims to publish the best peer-reviewed educational material for imaging professionals,” said Christine ‘Cooky’ Menias, M.D., RadioGraphics editor. “Thank you to the excellent authors, reviewers and editorial board members for expanding the reach of RadioGraphics. The steadily rising journal impact factor reflects the influence of diagnostic imaging in academic research and clinical practice.” 

Launched in 1981, RadioGraphics is one of the leading education journals in diagnostic radiology. Each bimonthly issue features 15 to 20 practice-focused articles spanning the full spectrum of radiologic subspecialties and addressing topics such as diagnostic imaging techniques, imaging features of a disease or group of diseases, radiologic-pathologic correlation, practice policy and quality initiatives, imaging physics, informatics and lifelong learning.  

With an emphasis on education presented at RSNA’s annual meeting, RadioGraphics’ primary mission is to publish the best in peer-reviewed educational material for radiologists, trainees, physicists and other radiology professionals. 

A special issue—a monograph focused on a single subspecialty or on a crossover topic of interest to multiple subspecialties—is published each October. 

For more information: www.rsna.org 


Related Content

Feature | Computed Tomography (CT) | By Melinda Taschetta-Millane

In the ever-evolving landscape of medical imaging, computed tomography (CT) stands out as a cornerstone technology ...

Time July 30, 2024
arrow
Videos | Radiology Business

Find actionable insights to achieve sustainability and savings in radiology in this newest of ITN’s “One on One” video ...

Time July 30, 2024
arrow
News | Breast Imaging

July 29, 2024 — iCAD, Inc., a global leader in clinically proven AI-powered cancer detection solutions, announced a ...

Time July 29, 2024
arrow
News | Artificial Intelligence

July 26, 2024 — GE HealthCare and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company, announced a strategic ...

Time July 26, 2024
arrow
Feature | Radiology Business | By Christine Book

Across the healthcare industry, and, notably, throughout the radiology community in just the past few years, the focus ...

Time July 26, 2024
arrow
Feature | Mobile C-Arms | By Melinda Taschetta-Millane

Mobile C-arms continue to revolutionize medical imaging, offering versatility, mobility and real-time visualization ...

Time July 26, 2024
arrow
News | Radiology Business

July 25, 2024 — The radiology gender gap is decreasing, but there remains work to be done, according to an editorial ...

Time July 25, 2024
arrow
Videos | Information Technology

Industry trade shows and conferences seem to be making their comeback in 2024. And the Healthcare Information and ...

Time July 25, 2024
arrow
News | Digital Pathology

July 24, 2024 — Proscia, a developer of artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled digital pathology solutions for precision ...

Time July 24, 2024
arrow
News | RSNA

July 23, 2024 — Professional registration is open for RSNA 2024, the world’s largest radiology forum. This year’s theme ...

Time July 23, 2024
arrow
Subscribe Now