Announcements

Brain injury poses a severe threat to human health, and related research remains a focal point in the medical field. We are pleased to share with you the highly cited papers in the field of brain injury published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383). We have a dedicated Section titled “Brain Injury”, which covers articles on a wide range of topics related to brain injuries, including medical care, improving prognosis, and continuously updated treatments. We are devoted to gathering experiences from neurosurgeons, emergency physicians, intensivists, rehabilitation physicians, public health physicians, clinical psychologists, and other specialists from different fields and countries to acquire new perspectives on the vision and therapy of brain injuries. You can find more details about the “Brain Injury” Section through the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/sections/Brain_Injury.

We invite you to explore these highly cited papers and learn about the hot topic Special Issues below.

1. “The Putative Role of Neuroinflammation in the Interaction between Traumatic Brain Injuries, Sleep, Pain and Other Neuropsychiatric Outcomes: A State-of-the-Art Review”
   by Alberto Herrero Babiloni, Andrée-Ann Baril, Camille Charlebois-Plante, Marianne Jodoin, Erlan Sanchez, Liesbet De Baets, Caroline Arbour, Gilles J. Lavigne, Nadia Gosselin and Louis De Beaumont
   J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12(5), 1793; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12051793
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/5/1793
2. “Multi-Mechanistic Approaches to the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury: A Review”
   by Daniel G. Lynch, Raj K. Narayan and Chunyan Li
   J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12(6), 2179; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12062179
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/6/2179
3. “Neuroworsening in the Emergency Department Is a Predictor of Traumatic Brain Injury Intervention and Outcome: A TRACK-TBI Pilot Study”
   by John K. Yue, Nishanth Krishnan, John H. Kanter, Hansen Deng, David O. Okonkwo, Ava M. Puccio, Debbie Y. Madhok, Patrick J. Belton, Britta E. Lindquist, Gabriela G. Satris et al.
   J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12(5), 2024; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12052024
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/5/2024
4. “Impact of Sociodemographic, Premorbid, and Injury-Related Factors on Patient-Reported Outcome Trajectories after Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)”
   by Nicole von Steinbuechel, Stefanie Hahm, Holger Muehlan, Juan Carlos Arango-Lasprilla, Fabian Bockhop, Amra Covic, Silke Schmidt, Ewout W. Steyerberg, Andrew I. R. Maas, David Menon et al.
   J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12(6), 2246; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12062246
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/6/2246
5. “The Role of Automated Infrared Pupillometry in Traumatic Brain Injury: A Narrative Review”
   by Charikleia S. Vrettou, Paraskevi C. Fragkou, Ioannis Mallios, Chrysanthi Barba, Charalambos Giannopoulos, Evdokia Gavrielatou and Ioanna Dimopoulou
   J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 614; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020614
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/2/614
6. “Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring in Neurosurgery”
   by Giusy Guzzi, Riccardo Antonio Ricciuti, Attilio Della Torre, Erica Lo Turco, Angelo Lavano, Federico Longhini and Domenico La Torre
   J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(10), 2966; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13102966
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/10/2966
7. “Traumatic Brain Injury in Patients under Anticoagulant Therapy: Review of Management in Emergency Department”
   by Vincenzo G. Menditto, Giulia Rossetti, Mattia Sampaolesi, Marta Buzzo and Giovanni Pomponio
   J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(13), 3669; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13133669
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/13/3669
8. “Traumatic Brain Injury as an Independent Predictor of Futility in the Early Resuscitation of Patients in Hemorrhagic Shock”
   by Mahmoud D. Al-Fadhl, Marie Nour Karam, Jenny Chen, Sufyan K. Zackariya, Morgan C. Lain, John R. Bales, Alexis B. Higgins, Jordan T. Laing, Hannah S. Wang, Madeline G. Andrews et al.
   J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(13), 3915; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13133915
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/13/3915
9. “Review of Temperature Management in Traumatic Brain Injuries”
   by Kenya Kawakita, Hajime Shishido and Yasuhiro Kuroda
   J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(7), 2144; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13072144
   Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/7/2144
10. “Neuropsychological Rehabilitation for Traumatic Brain Injury: A Systematic Review”
    by Carlos Ramos-Galarza and Jennifer Obregón
    J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(4), 1287; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14041287
    Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/4/1287

The Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383) Best PhD Thesis Award recognizes young scholars for producing outstanding PhD theses in the field of clinical and pre-clinical research, and encourages the continuation of their outstanding work and further contribution to their field.

Prize:

• CHF 800;
• A certificate;
• A voucher to waive the Article Processing Charges (APCs) for one submission in the journal (subject to peer review)—valid for one year.

Number of Winners: 1.

To find out more information about the award and how to nominate candidates, please click here. To request further information, please contact the JCM Editorial Office.

JCM Editorial Office

Coinciding with the announcement of the 2025 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine, this forum underscores the importance of recognizing outstanding achievements that push the boundaries of human knowledge and understanding. It represents a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas on the advancements driving scientific progress and to inspire the next generation of gifted scientists.

General topics of discussion for this event will include the following:

• Breakthrough research shaping the future of physiology or medicine;
• Reflecting on past Nobel Prize-winning work and its legacy;
• The key trends driving innovation in physiology or medicine today;
• Exploring the societal and scientific contributions of physiology or medicine research.

Date: 6 October 2025
Time: 3:30 p.m. CEST | 9:30 a.m. EDT | 9:30 p.m. CST (Asia)
Webinar ID: 852 3554 5031

Register now for free! 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the webinar. Registrations with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized.

Unable to attend? Please register anyway; the session will be recorded, and we will let you know when the recording is available for viewing.

Program:

Webinar Keynote Speakers:

• Prof. Dr. Jacek Z. Kubiak, CNRS/University Rennes UMR 6290, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes (IGDR), Rennes, France;
• Prof. Dr Carlos S. Moreno, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Department of Biomedical Informatics, Department of Urology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA;
• Prof. Dr Claus Jacob, Division of Bioorganic Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, University of Saarland, Saarland, Germany.

For more information about this webinar, please visit the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/NPR2025PM.

If you have any questions about this webinar, please contact webinar@mdpi.com.

MDPI Webinar Secretariat

The International Day of University Sport is a UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) holiday celebrated every year on 20 September. Proposed by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) to UNESCO, it was officially proclaimed by the General Conference of UNESCO in 2015. The date was chosen because it coincides not only with the start of the university academic calendar but also with the launch of the first World Student Championships in 1924.

University sport has a very special place in the sporting world as a vector of human, social and civic values, fully integrated into the education of today’s and tomorrow’s citizens. By putting sport at the heart of dialogue between teachers and students, the International Day of University Sport aims to promote these values among young adults and, through them, to society as a whole.

In celebration of this day, we invite you to explore a curation of insightful articles, journals, and Special Issues across various fields, including clinical medicine, biomechanics, psychology, and therapeutic techniques. By sharing these findings, we hope to provide a forum to highlight the social role of universities and their curricula in making sport available to all and encouraging people to exercise regularly.

“Punching up the Fun: A Comparison of Enjoyment and In-Task Valance in Virtual Reality Boxing and Treadmill Running”
by Daniel R. Greene and Kathryn M. Rougeau
Psychol. Int. 2024, 6(4), 842-854; https://doi.org/10.3390/psycholint6040054

“Return to Sport Following Arthroscopic Management of Femoroacetabular Impingement: A Systematic Review”
by Ludovico Lucenti, Nicola Maffulli, Tommaso Bardazzi, Raoul Saggini, Michael Memminger, Francesco Simeone and Filippo Migliorini
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(17), 5219; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13175219

“An Umbrella Review of Body Image Concerns, Disordered Eating, and Eating Disorders in Elite Athletes”
by Scott J. Fatt, Emma George, Phillipa Hay, Nikki Jeacocke, Emily Gotkiewicz and Deborah Mitchison
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(14), 4171; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13144171

“Examining Intentions for Impact: Understanding What Influences the Planning of High-Level Team Sport Coaches”
by David Moran, Jamie Taylor and Áine MacNamara
Psychol. Int. 2024, 6(2), 531-549; https://doi.org/10.3390/psycholint6020032

“The Impact of Interaction between Body Posture and Movement Pattern Quality on Injuries in Amateur Athletes”
by Dawid Koźlenia and Katarzyna Kochan-Jacheć
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(5), 1456; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13051456

“Social Adaptability Skills Educational Session Within a Team Sport Context”
by Samuel Owiti and Denis Hauw
Psychol. Int. 2025, 7(1), 17; https://doi.org/10.3390/psycholint7010017

“Lower Limb Cross-Over Effects on Postural Control: Impact of Proximal and Distal Muscle Fatigue”
by Morteza Farivar, Sara Harris, Anton Agana and Adam C. King
Biomechanics 2024, 4(1), 50-62; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics4010004

“Effect of Resistance Exercise on Body Composition and Functional Capacity in Older Women with Sarcopenic Obesity—A Systematic Review with Narrative Synthesis”
by Wesam A. Debes, Munseef Sadaqa, Zsanett Németh, Ahmad Aldardour, Viktória Prémusz and Márta Hock
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 441; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020441

“Performance, Perceptual and Reaction Skills and Neuromuscular Control Indicators of High-Level Karate Athletes in the Execution of the Gyaku Tsuki Punch”
by Márcio Fagundes Goethel, João Paulo Vilas-Boas, Leandro Machado, Ulysses Fernandes Ervilha, Pedro Vieira Sarmet Moreira, Antonio Roberto Bendilatti, Joseph Hamill, Adalgiso Coscrato Cardozo and Mauro Gonçalves
Biomechanics 2023, 3(3), 415-424; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics3030034

“Long Jump Performance Is Not Related to Inter-Limb Asymmetry in Force Application in Isometric and Vertical Jump Tests”
by Vasiliki Chaitidou and Vassilios Panoutsakopoulos
Biomechanics 2023, 3(3), 389-400; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics3030032

“Shoulder Pain Biomechanics, Rehabilitation and Prevention in Wheelchair Basketball Players: A Narrative Review”
by Giacomo Farì, Francesca Latino, Francesco Tafuri, Laura Dell’Anna, Maria Vittoria Raele, Annatonia Fai, Carlo De Serio, Giorgia Intonti, Anna Lisa De Salvo, Vincenzo Ricci et al.
Biomechanics 2023, 3(3), 362-376; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics3030030

The Academic Editorial Board Meeting of Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383) was held at the ESC Congress 2025 on August 30. Eight members attended the meeting, which was hosted by the Section Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Gregory Y. H. Lip.

First of all, we sincerely thank the ESC Congress 2025 for establishing a professional platform for face-to-face interaction and communication between our members and scholars in the cardiovascular field, and for creating favorable conditions to promote the sharing of experience among these scholars.

During the congress, we also had a dedicated booth, where many scholars engaged in in-depth discussions with our team representatives.  We are pleased to share some photos of interactions with scholars at the booth.

At the start of the members’ meeting, we delivered an introduction covering the following topics: an introduction to MDPI, our key initiatives and their relevance to JCM, JCM’s publication statistics, the composition of its editorial board and author demographics, current trends in both general medicine and cardiology/cardiovascular medicine, and JCM’s outreach efforts. Subsequently, “how to improve the quality of JCM’s publications, enhance their influence, and expand their reach” became the core agenda, and all attending members conducted in-depth discussions on this topic. Below is the group photo of the meeting attendees.

Group photo of the members in attendance. From left to right: Ms. Isabel Nelson (MDPI); Dr. Tomasz Rechciński; Dr. Alexandros Papachristidis; Prof. Dr. Manuel Martínez-Sellés; Dr. Edoardo Conte; Dr. Viviana Maestrini; Dr. Mohammad Kassar; Dr. Muhammed Gerçek; Prof. Dr. Gregory Y. H. Lip; Dr. Amy Stainthorp (MDPI)

The following topics were covered in the discussion:

• Maintain rigorous peer review: Our goal is to publish high-quality papers, and members have offered several constructive suggestions regarding the specifics of the peer review process;
• Add new members: We need new members with a focus on specialized professionals in specific fields. This approach ensures the editorial board's knowledge structure comprehensively covers all research areas addressed by the journal, laying a solid foundation for the objectivity and expertise of peer review;
• Section optimization guidance: Members provided guidance on the division of the journal’s section, aiming to optimize the journal’s content structure and enhance the rationality of content organization;
• Members’ welfare: Positive suggestions regarding members’ welfare were proposed during the meeting;
• Interface optimization: Optimize the Susy user interface to enhance user experience and further improve work efficiency.

Attendee list information (in no particular order):

Finally, we sincerely thank all members for their active participation. We will continue to work together to ensure that high-quality academic achievements are disseminated and shared more effectively.

JCM will be at booth #7 at the upcoming 28th EVER Conference (EVER 2025), taking place from 9–11 October 2025. We look forward to seeing you there. For more details, please click on the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/about/announcements/13053.

Meanwhile, we thank our readers for their sustained attention to JCM and encourage you to explore our latest updates via this link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/announcements.

The International Day for Interventional Cardiology is observed annually on 16 September. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the field of interventional cardiology and its role in treating heart diseases through minimally invasive procedures. It highlights advancements and achievements in the field, emphasizing the importance of cardiovascular health and innovative medical interventions.

In recognition of this important day, we recommend the following related articles, Special Issues, and journals spanning multidisciplinary fields, including clinical medicine. We believe that promoting such research contributes to enhanced public awareness and a greater understanding of cardiovascular diseases and procedures, related complications, prevention and care.

“Cellular and Molecular Bases for the Application of Polyphenols in the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease”
by Carlo Caiati and Emilio Jirillo
Diseases 2025, 13(7), 221; https://doi.org/10.3390/diseases13070221

“Comparative Analysis of Cardiovascular Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes Patients Engaging in Aerobic, Resistance, and Combined Training: A Systematic Review”
by Sayed Alireza Mousavi Zadeh, Giuseppe Caminiti, Maurizio Aracri, Massimo Pieri, Anna Paola Mitterhofer, Antonino De Lorenzo, Sergio Bernardini, Pasquale Farsetti, Maurizio Volterrani, Rosario Barone et al.
Diabetology 2025, 6(5), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/diabetology6050038

“Medical Therapy Versus Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients with Myocardial Bridging from a National Population-Based Cohort Study: The Use of Big Data Analytics”
by Chayakrit Krittanawong, Song Peng Ang, Fernando Alexis Padilla, Yusuf Kamran Qadeer, Zhen Wang, Nicola Gaibazzi, Samin K. Sharma, Carl J. Lavie, Hartzell V. Schaff and Ernst R. Schwarz
Cardiogenetics 2025, 15(2), 10; https://doi.org/10.3390/cardiogenetics15020010

“Computed Tomography Angiography Identified High-Risk Coronary Plaques: From Diagnosis to Prognosis and Future Management”
by Kyriakos Dimitriadis, Nikolaos Pyrpyris, Panagiotis Theofilis, Emmanouil Mantzouranis, Eirini Beneki, Panagiotis Kostakis, George Koutsopoulos, Konstantinos Aznaouridis, Konstantina Aggeli and Konstantinos Tsioufis
Diagnostics 2024, 14(15), 1671; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14151671

“Emerging Transcatheter Therapies for Valvular Heart Disease: Focus on Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Procedures”
by Nikolaos Ktenopoulos, Odysseas Katsaros, Anastasios Apostolos, Maria Drakopoulou, Grigorios Tsigkas, Constantinos Tsioufis, Periklis Davlouros, Konstantinos Toutouzas and Antonios Karanasos
Life 2024, 14(7), 842; https://doi.org/10.3390/life14070842

“Zero-Fluoroscopy Catheter Ablation of Right Appendage Focal Atrial Tachycardia in a Pregnant Woman”
by Federica Troisi, Noemi Valenti, Federico Quadrini, Nicola Vitulano, Antonio Di Monaco, Imma Romanazzi, Rosa Caruso, Rocco Orfino and Massimo Grimaldi
Clin. Pract. 2024, 14(3), 946-953; https://doi.org/10.3390/clinpract14030075

“In-Stent Restenosis Overview: From Intravascular Imaging to Optimal Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Management”
by Neda Shafiabadi Hassani, Lucas Carlini Ogliari, Pedro Rafael Vieira de Oliveira Salerno, Gabriel Tensol Rodrigues Pereira, Marcelo Harada Ribeiro and Luis Augusto Palma Dallan
Medicina 2024, 60(4), 549; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60040549

“The Application of Precision Medicine in Structural Heart Diseases: A Step towards the Future”
by Grigorios Chrysostomidis, Anastasios Apostolos, Amalia Papanikolaou, Konstantinos Konstantinou, Grigorios Tsigkas, Antigoni Koliopoulou and Themistokles Chamogeorgakis
J. Pers. Med. 2024, 14(4), 375; https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm14040375

“Different Mechanisms in Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy: Impact of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutations”
by Hien C. Nguyen, Jefferson C. Frisbee and Krishna K. Singh
Hearts 2024, 5(1), 54-74; https://doi.org/10.3390/hearts5010005

“Translational Relevance of Advanced Age and Atherosclerosis in Preclinical Trials of Biotherapies for Peripheral Artery Disease”
by Keith A. Webster
Genes 2024, 15(1), 135; https://doi.org/10.3390/genes15010135

“A Refractory Electrical Storm after Acute Myocardial Infarction: The Role of Temporary Ventricular Overdrive Pacing as a Bridge to ICD Implantation”
by Mijo Meter and Josip Andelo Borovac
Pathophysiology 2024, 31(1), 44-51; https://doi.org/10.3390/pathophysiology31010004

“Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Current Status and Future Indications”
by Manish Vinayak, Pier Pasquale Leone, Richard Tanner, Vishal Dhulipala, Anton Camaj, Rakhee Rajendra Kumar Makhija, Amit Hooda, Annapoorna S. Kini, Samin K. Sharma and Sahil Khera
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 373; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020373

“Gender Disparities after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement with Newer Generation Transcatheter Heart Valves: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis”
by Angkawipa Trongtorsak, Sittinun Thangjui, Pabitra Adhikari, Biraj Shrestha, Jakrin Kewcharoen, Leenhapong Navaravong, Somsupha Kanjanauthai, Steve Attanasio and Hammad A. Saudye
Med. Sci. 2023, 11(2), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/medsci11020033

Conference: 3rd International Online Conference on Clinical Medicine (IOCCM 2025)
Time: 17–19 November 2025 (CET, Online)
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCCM2025 

We cordially invite you to attend the above online conference organized by MDPI’s Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383, Impact Factor: 3.0). The conference will take place virtually from 17 to 19 November 2025, CET.

Conference Chairs:

• Prof. Dr. Emmanuel Andrès, Internal Medicine Department, University Hospital Strasbourg, France;
• Prof. Dr. Kent Doi, Department of Acute Care Medicine, University of Tokyo, Japan;
• Prof. Dr. Francisco Guillen-Grima, Department of Preventive Medicine, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, University of Navarra, Spain.

Topics of Interest:

S1. Cardiology & Cardiovascular Medicine;
S2. Nephrology & Urology;
S3. Emergency Medicine;
S4. Nuclear Medicine & Radiology;
S5. General Surgery;
S6. Clinical Rehabilitation;
S7. Pulmonology;
S8. Anesthesiology.

Important Dates:

Deadline for abstract submission: 1 September 2025;
Notification of acceptance: 30 September 2025;
Deadline for registration: 13 November 2025.

To submit your abstract, please click here.

To register for the conference, please click here.

For any inquiries regarding the event, please contact ioccm2025@mdpi.com.

We look forward to seeing you at the IOCCM 2025.

Conference: 38th Annual Congress of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine
Date: 4–8 October 2025
Location: Barcelona, Spain

We are pleased to announce that MDPI will participate in the 38th Annual Congress of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM25), to be held in Barcelona, Spain, from 4 to 8 October 2025.

One of the highlights of this year’s congress will be the continued focus on novel advances in theranostics. This rapidly evolving field continues to revolutionize our approach to diagnosis and treatment, offering unprecedented precision and personalized care for our patients. We have an exciting program lined up, featuring leading experts who will share their insights and latest research findings.

MDPI is excited to participate in this prestigious event! Representing the journal Diagnostics (ISSN: 2075-4418), Ms. Florina Maria Muresan and Ms. Lassie Shu will be present at the MDPI exhibition stand, where they will warmly welcome all scholars to stop by and engage in insightful discussions. This event presents a unique opportunity for participants to interact with leading experts in the field and explore potential collaborations. Do not miss the chance to visit our stand and exchange ideas with the MDPI editors and other delegates!

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:

• Diagnostics;
• Diseases;
• Cancers;
• JCM;
• JPM;
• Medical Sciences;
• Tomography;
• Medicina;
• J. Imaging;
• Current Oncology;
• Uro.

If you are planning to attend the conference, please feel free to start a conversation with us. We invite all conference attendees to visit MDPI’s booth and meet with our esteemed Editorial Board Members.

For more information about the conference, please visit the following website: https://eanm25.eanm.org/.

We are delighted to announce that the Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383) has been ranked 11th under the subcategory “Health & Medical Sciences (general)” in the most recent 2025 Google Scholar Metrics, updated on 22 July 2025. The latest release covers articles published from 2020 to 2024 and includes citations from all articles that were indexed in Google Scholar as of July 2025. JCM’s achievement of ranking 11th marks an impressive 6-place improvement from its place at 17th 2023. In light of this remarkable breakthrough in ranking, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all editors, reviewers, authors, and readers of JCM. Thank you all for all your enduring support for the journal.

As of now, the h5-index of JCM is 159 and the h5-median is 215. Moving forward, we remain committed to our original mission of upholding rigorous peer review, publishing high-quality academic papers, enhancing service quality, and continuously sharing impactful medical research.

You can find a collection of these most highly cited papers at the following link: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&view_op=list_hcore&venue=3ClCBXGJFAkJ.2025&cstart=0.

Scleral lenses have become a popular treatment modality, most commonly for irregular astigmatism but also for ocular surface disease. These lenses allow patients to improve their vision while often delaying the need for corneal transplants for diseases such as keratoconus. Scleral lenses also function to protect the cornea and conjunctiva in patients with ocular surface disease, thus allowing patients to regain eye comfort and maintain daily activities.

Scleral lenses are more readily available to providers with a variety of fitting sets and designs available. However, as with any medical device, scleral lenses need to be fit properly to function well and maintain the health of the ocular surface. A poorly fit lens and unrecognized or untreated ocular disease could lead to visual complications.

Join scleral lens experts to learn which patients benefit most from scleral lenses. Learn how the lens interacts with the ocular surface, what ocular complications may be common in lens wear, and the potential scleral lenses may have in the future to further refine vision.

Date: 17 September 2025 at 8:00 p.m. EDT
Webinar ID: 831 6932 8423
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/JCM-18

Register now for free!

Program:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email outlining how to join this webinar. Registrations with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized. 

Unable to attend? Register anyway, and we will let you know when the recording is available to watch. 

Webinar Chair and Speakers:

• Dr. Cherie B. Nau, Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN USA;
• Dr. Gloria B. Chiu, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA;
• Prof. Dr. Stephen J. Vincent, Centre for Vision and Eye Research, Queensland University of Technology, Queensland, Australia;
• Dr. Maria K. Walker, College of Optometry, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA;
• Dr. Jason D. Marsack, College of Optometry, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA.

Relevant Special Issue:
“The Role of Scleral Lenses in the Management of Eye Disease”
Guest Editor: Dr. Cherie B. Nau