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.