About IJCAR

About the Journal

The International Journal of Clinical Anesthesia and Research (IJCAR) is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal that provides a platform for disseminating novel insights, experimental and clinical advances, and critical perspectives in anesthesiology, perioperative care, critical care, and pain medicine. IJCAR encourages cross-disciplinary collaboration and promotes evidence-based practice across all facets of anesthesia research and clinical management.

Mission and Vision

IJCAR aims to advance the science and art of anesthesia through the publication of high-quality, ethically conducted research that benefits clinicians, researchers, and healthcare policymakers worldwide. Our vision is to create a global platform for transparent, reproducible, and equitable dissemination of scientific knowledge in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine.

“We believe that open access to high-quality scientific information empowers clinicians, improves patient outcomes, and accelerates medical discovery.”

Scope of the Journal

• Clinical anesthesia and anesthetic techniques
• Perioperative medicine and surgical patient safety
• Intensive care and emergency anesthesia
• Regional anesthesia and analgesia
• Pain management and neuropathic pain
• Pharmacology of anesthetic drugs
• Anesthesia for special populations (pediatrics, geriatrics, obstetrics)
• Airway management, monitoring, and simulation training

Editorial and Peer Review Integrity

IJCAR adheres to COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics), ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors), and WAME (World Association of Medical Editors) guidelines to ensure that the editorial and peer review process remains transparent, objective, and free of bias. Every manuscript undergoes double-blind peer review conducted by qualified experts, and decisions are made solely based on academic merit and relevance.

Publication Frequency and Format

The journal operates on a continuous publication model, ensuring that accepted articles are promptly published online as soon as they are ready, allowing rapid dissemination of new knowledge. IJCAR articles are published exclusively online in PDF, HTML, and XML formats compatible with Open Journal Systems (OJS) and indexed repositories.

Indexing and Digital Archiving

IJCAR collaborates with international indexing and archiving services such as DOAJ, Google Scholar, CrossRef, and Zenodo. The journal assigns DOIs to all published articles and follows LOCKSS/CLOCKSS preservation standards to ensure long-term digital access.

Open Access Commitment

All IJCAR articles are freely accessible under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License (CC BY 4.0), which allows unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. This commitment ensures that researchers, practitioners, and the public benefit from open access to knowledge without paywalls or subscription barriers.

Editorial Board and Expertise

The editorial board comprises experienced clinicians, academicians, and researchers from diverse global institutions. Their collective expertise ensures that IJCAR remains at the forefront of anesthesiology research and clinical innovation. Each board member is dedicated to maintaining editorial integrity, ethical publishing, and scientific excellence.

Why Publish with IJCAR?

• Rigorous double-blind peer review and ethical publishing standards
• Rapid online publication with DOI assignment
• Broad visibility through global indexing
• Open access ensures maximum readership and citation potential
• Expert editorial board and professional publication support

Contact Information

For editorial correspondence, partnership inquiries, and submissions:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.anesthesiaresjournal.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is IJCAR peer reviewed?

Yes, all submissions undergo double-blind peer review by subject experts.

Does IJCAR charge Article Processing Charges (APCs)?

Yes. For details, visit our APC Policy.

Where is IJCAR indexed?

IJCAR is indexed in Google Scholar, DOAJ, CrossRef, and other international databases.

Can authors deposit their articles in repositories?

Yes, authors may self-archive their accepted manuscripts in institutional or subject repositories.