About the Journal
Annals of Clinical Case Studies and Medical Images (ACCSMI) is a multidisciplinary clinical & medical, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that provides a platform for the publication of clinical case studies, research studies, case reports enriched with high-quality diagnostic and procedural images. The journal is committed to advancing clinical education across all medicine, healthcare, clinical practice, diseases, treatments, diagnostics through the power of real patient cases and cross speciality insight.
Case studies, case reports provide a detailed account of an individual patient’s clinical course, including presenting symptoms, physical findings, diagnostic procedures, treatment, and follow-up. While demographic information such as age, sex, and medical history may be included, the primary focus is on highlighting unusual, rare, or novel clinical scenarios. Case studies, case reports contribute to medical knowledge by documenting unique presentations, unexpected outcomes, or emerging conditions. Though limited by their single-subject design, they play a valuable role in education, generate hypotheses for future research, and often serve as early indicators of trends in clinical practice or therapeutic response.
We welcome contributions from all areas of healthcare, including—but not limited to—internal medicine, radiology, emergency medicine, surgery, dermatology, neurology, infectious diseases, oncology, pediatrics, critical care, family medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, cardiology, physical medicine, cancer research, rehabilitation medicine, pediatrics and psychiatry. Our goal is to support clinicians in understanding the diagnostic and therapeutic processes from multiple perspectives.
Our editorial board seeks out cases that not only describe rare or complex presentations but also teach practical approaches applicable to everyday medical practice. Open-access publishing ensures that clinicians and educators worldwide can benefit from the shared experience.
ACCSMI is a dynamic educational resource for medical professionals, trainees, and researchers who seek to enhance their clinical knowledge across disciplines and through the lens of visual diagnostics.
Open Access
Open access refers that all published articles are freely available online for anyone to read, download, and share without subscription or access fees. This publishing model significantly increases the visibility, reach, and impact of research by allowing a global audience to engage with scholarly work immediately upon publication. Authors typically retain copyright and may apply open licenses, such as Creative Commons licenses, which permit reuse, distribution, and adaptation as long as proper credit is given. By removing financial and accessibility barriers, open access supports the rapid dissemination of scientific knowledge and encourages broader collaboration across institutions, disciplines, and countries. It ensures that valuable research findings benefit not only scientists, but also clinicians, educators, policymakers, industry professionals, and the general public. Choosing open access contributes to the advancement of open science and promotes a more equitable and inclusive research environment, where information is freely accessible to all.
Peer Review
After submission, every manuscript undergoes a peer review conducted by anonymous experts. These reviewers critically assess the work’s scientific accuracy, originality, and clarity. They offer comprehensive feedback and suggest revisions or acceptance. This essential evaluation guarantees that published research is well-conceived and meaningful. Authors benefit from valuable insights that enhance their manuscript, while readers rely on the journal’s dedication to upholding excellence through this careful and unbiased review.
ACCSMI follows double-blind peer review, it is a critical step in the research publication process. It ensures that both the identities of the author(s) and the reviewers are concealed during manuscript evaluation. This anonymity helps eliminate conscious or unconscious bias related to gender, affiliation, academic status, or prior work. As a result, the review is based entirely on the quality of the research, data integrity, and clarity of presentation. This method fosters a more impartial and rigorous assessment process. By protecting the identities of both parties, double-blind review strengthens the credibility, trustworthiness, and fairness of the scholarly publishing ecosystem.
Plagiarism Policy
The journal is committed to maintaining high ethical standards and strictly prohibits all forms of plagiarism. Submitted manuscripts must be original contributions, and any use of previously published text, data, figures, or ideas must be properly cited. Plagiarism includes direct copying, close paraphrasing, self-plagiarism, and uncredited reuse of images or datasets. Every manuscript is screened using reliable plagiarism detection software before the review process begins. A similarity score exceeding the acceptable threshold or the presence of copied content may lead to immediate rejection or a request for revision, depending on severity. Manuscripts found to contain plagiarism after publication may be retracted, and authors may face restrictions on future submissions. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and originality of their work, while reviewers and editors are encouraged to report suspected misconduct. This policy ensures the journal upholds academic integrity and maintains trust in its published research.
Editorial Board Members
Our Editorial Board is comprised of respected scientists who are actively engaged in research on a global scale. With expertise that spans numerous academic domains, they provide thorough and informed oversight of the journal’s scholarly content. Maintaining excellence is central to our mission, and we achieve this by ensuring that our Board reflects the diversity and breadth of the worldwide research community. This broad representation enhances the fairness and objectivity of the editorial process, enabling a more balanced evaluation of submissions from various fields. We uphold the highest standards of academic excellence by ensuring that our Editorial Board reflects the diversity, depth, and global reach of contemporary research. Their ongoing contributions reinforce the journal’s commitment to intellectual integrity and to the advancement of scientific inquiry across disciplines. Through their leadership, the journal continues to uphold strong standards and promote meaningful, high-impact scholarship.
Review Board Members
The ACCSMI Review Board consists of highly qualified experts who play a crucial role in evaluating manuscripts prior to their publication. Each manuscript is reviewed with careful attention to its originality, methodological rigor, ethical soundness, clarity of writing, and overall contribution to the academic community. Reviewers aim not only to assess quality but also to support authors in strengthening their work. Through detailed, constructive commentary, they help identify weaknesses, refine arguments, clarify methods, and resolve inconsistencies. This guidance allows authors to improve the precision and impact of their research. Following a complete evaluation, reviewers issue a formal recommendation—accept, request revisions, or reject—based on the manuscript’s scholarly merit and alignment with the journal’s standards. The comprehensive review process upheld by the ACCSMI Review Board plays a vital role in maintaining the journal’s commitment to scientific rigor, credibility, and the advancement of high-quality research across disciplines.
Privacy Policy
ACCSMI Privacy Policy outlines how it collects, uses, and protects the personal information of authors, reviewers, editors, and visitors. It typically covers data such as names, email addresses, affiliations, and submission details. The policy ensures that information is used solely for journal operations, peer review, communication, and compliance with legal requirements. It also describes security measures to safeguard data, retention periods, and conditions for sharing information with third parties. By clearly stating user rights and responsibilities, the policy promotes transparency, builds trust, and ensures that personal information is handled ethically and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Ethical Statement
Copyright Policy
Journal’s Copyright Policy defines the ownership, usage, and distribution rights of published content. Typically, authors retain copyright while granting the journal a license to publish and distribute their work. The policy outlines how articles can be shared, reproduced, or reused, often under specific licenses such as Creative Commons, which may allow non-commercial use with proper attribution. It also addresses permissions for third-party content, protection against copyright infringement, and the responsibilities of authors to ensure originality. By clarifying rights and obligations, the policy safeguards intellectual property, promotes ethical sharing of knowledge, and ensures legal compliance in academic publishing.
