Jacep Open
The *Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open* (JACEP Open) is a peer-reviewed, open access medical journal dedicated to advancing the science and practice of emergency medicine. Published by Elsevier on behalf of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), the journal serves as a vital platform for disseminating innovative research and clinical insights across the full spectrum of emergency care. Its scope encompasses a wide array of topics including trauma, resuscitation, toxicology, pediatric emergency medicine, disaster medicine, health policy, and emergency medical services. The journal welcomes a diverse range of article types, including original research, systematic reviews, clinical practice reviews, brief research reports, and case series, as well as special content such as commentaries and correspondence. JACEP Open targets a broad audience of emergency physicians, researchers, residents, and allied health professionals who seek timely, evidence-based knowledge to improve patient outcomes. A defining feature is its fully open access model, ensuring that all published content is freely available to readers worldwide, thereby maximizing the dissemination and impact of emergency medicine scholarship. With an ISSN of 2688-1152, the journal holds a 2026 Journal Citation Reports Impact Factor of 1.8000, placing it in the JCR Quartile 2 (Q2) within the field of emergency medicine. This standing reflects its growing recognition and solid contribution to the literature, making it a reputable and accessible resource for clinicians and investigators alike.