JAMA
Peer-reviewed medical journal published by the American Medical Association.
JAMA (The Journal of the American Medical Association) is a peer-reviewed medical journal published 48 times a year by the American Medical Association.
Lore & Background
In the late nineteenth century, medical journals closely resembled other kinds of journalism, and publishing in JAMA was understood as a privilege of AMA membership. Prior to the 1920s, the editor's main concern was filling the journal, but between the 1910s and the mid-1920s JAMA entered the 'turndown era,' when submission volume was high enough to start rejecting submissions based on quality. The journal did not institutionalize routine peer review until after World War II.
Reader's Guide
JAMA has played a central role in the dissemination of medical research and clinical knowledge for over a century. Its high impact factor and wide circulation reflect its influence in shaping medical practice and policy. President Barack Obama—the first academic paper ever published by a sitting president—which was not subject to blind peer-review. Lundberg, which led to the creation of a journal oversight committee to ensure editorial independence. These episodes highlight the journal's role at the intersection of medicine, politics, and social issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is JAMA?
JAMA, short for The Journal of the American Medical Association, is a peer-reviewed medical publication released 48 times per year under the American Medical Association's banner. It covers the full spectrum of biomedical research and clinical practice.
What types of content does JAMA publish?
The journal features original research articles, review pieces, and editorial commentary spanning every area of biomedicine.
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