About the Journal
The Indian Journal of Integrative Allied Health Sciences (IJIAHS) is the official, national, peer-reviewed, open access scientific journal of Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Published quarterly, IJIAHS provides a platform for scholarly contributions including original research articles, systematic reviews, narrative reviews, clinical case reports, commentaries and letters to the editor.
The journal adheres to the highest ethical and publishing standards as outlined by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All articles are freely accessible online under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license and IJIAHS does not charge any fees for manuscript submission, processing or publication, ensuring an inclusive and equitable platform for global contributors.
Aims and Scope of the journal
The aim of IJIAHS is to advance excellence in medical and allied health sciences through the dissemination of high-quality, evidence-based research with clinical and societal relevance. The journal emphasizes the integration of interdisciplinary approaches that contribute to the health and well-being of individuals and communities, with a special focus on disease prevention and translational research.
We welcome submissions from researchers, academicians, and health professionals globally in both core and emerging areas of medicine and allied health sciences. The journal encourages contributions with solid methodology, real-world clinical application, innovations in practice, and critical discussions of healthcare issues and perspectives.
IJIAHS prioritizes research and scholarly discourse in the following domains:
- Medical Sciences: General medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, neurology, dermatology, cardiology, oncology, community medicine, forensic medicine, and public health.
- Basic & Para-Clinical Sciences: Anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, biotechnology, and cancer biology.
- Allied Health Sciences: Nursing, physiotherapy, medical laboratory technology, clinical nutrition, dialysis technology, optometry, radiology and imaging sciences, operating theatre technology, emergency medical technology, cardiac care technology, perfusion technology, and health information management.
Types of Articles Accepted
- Original research articles
- Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
- Narrative Reviews
- Case reports and case series
- Current perspectives and clinical commentaries
- Letters to the editor
IJIAHS is committed to becoming a leading voice in integrative allied health sciences, fostering knowledge exchange among a diverse, global community of health professionals.
Peer Review Process
The Indian Journal of Integrative Allied Health Sciences (IJIAHS) follows a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure the publication of high-quality, original, scientifically accurate, and ethically sound research. The journal is committed to maintaining transparency, academic integrity, and excellence in scholarly publishing through an unbiased and confidential review system.
All manuscripts submitted to IJIAHS undergo an initial editorial assessment conducted by the Editorial Office and the Editor-in-Chief to evaluate the manuscript’s suitability, originality, scientific relevance, ethical compliance, and adherence to the journal’s scope and author guidelines. Manuscripts that do not meet the journal’s basic submission requirements, ethical standards, or formatting criteria may be returned to the authors for correction or rejected prior to peer review.
Manuscripts that successfully pass the preliminary editorial screening are assigned to at least two independent subject experts for double-blind peer review, in which the identities of both authors and reviewers remain confidential throughout the review process. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, academic qualifications, research experience, and subject specialization relevant to the manuscript.
During the peer-review process, reviewers critically evaluate the manuscript for scientific quality, originality, methodological rigor, statistical validity, ethical standards, clarity of presentation, relevance of references, interpretation of results, and overall contribution to the field of medical and allied health sciences. Reviewers provide constructive comments and recommendations to assist authors in improving the quality and scientific value of their manuscripts.
Based on the reviewers’ comments and editorial evaluation, the manuscript may receive one of the following decisions:
- Accept without revisions
- Accept with minor revisions
- Major revisions required
- Reject
Authors receiving revision requests are expected to submit a revised manuscript along with a detailed point-by-point response to reviewer comments within the stipulated timeline. Revised manuscripts may undergo further review if necessary before a final editorial decision is made.
The final decision regarding manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection rests with the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board. Editorial decisions are based on reviewer recommendations, scientific merit, ethical considerations, originality, and the relevance of the manuscript to the journal’s aims and scope.
IJIAHS maintains strict confidentiality throughout the peer-review process. Manuscripts and reviewer comments are treated as confidential documents and are not disclosed to unauthorized individuals. Reviewers are expected to declare any conflicts of interest and maintain objectivity, professionalism, and ethical standards during the review process.
The journal follows the ethical principles and editorial recommendations established by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Any instances of plagiarism, data fabrication, duplicate publication, unethical research conduct, or authorship disputes identified during peer review or after publication will be handled according to established ethical guidelines and may result in manuscript rejection or article retraction.
The average review and editorial decision timeline may vary depending on the nature and complexity of the manuscript; however, the journal strives to ensure a timely, fair, and efficient peer-review and publication process for all submissions.
Journal Information
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Integrative Allied Health Sciences (IJIAHS)
Abbreviated Title: IJIAHS
Publication Frequency: Quarterly
ISSN: XXXX-XXXX (Awaited)
Publication Format: Online
Language: English
Year of Establishment: 2026
Subject Area: Medical Sciences
Publisher Information
Publisher:
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
Publishing Platform:
Dr. M.G.R. Journal of Health Sciences
Editor-In-Chief:
Dr. Kalpana Devi V
Address:
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
Periyar E.V.R. High Road, NH 4 Highway, Maduravoyal, Chennai – 600 077, Tamil Nadu, India.
Contact Information
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