Peer Review Policy & Process

Peer-Review Policy

The International Journal of Comprehensive Health, Medicine, & Dentistry (IJCHMD) employs a double-anonymous peer-review process to guarantee objectivity, fairness, and academic rigor. In this model, both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the evaluation to minimize bias and ensure the integrity of scholarly communication.

Overview of the Peer-Review Process

  1. Submission – Manuscripts are submitted via the journal’s online system and assigned a unique manuscript ID.

  2. Editorial Screening – The editorial office evaluates scope, compliance with guidelines, and formatting. Submissions that fail to meet these criteria may be declined without external review.

  3. Plagiarism Check – All manuscripts are screened for originality using advanced plagiarism detection tools.

  4. Assignment to Handling Editor – A field expert from the editorial board oversees the review process.

  5. Reviewer Selection – Two to three qualified reviewers are invited based on expertise and availability.

  6. Review Process – Reviewers assess originality, methodology, ethics, clarity, and contribution to the field. Constructive feedback is provided. The process is typically completed within 1–2 weeks.

  7. Editorial Decision – Based on reviewer recommendations, the handling editor decides: Accept, Minor Revisions, Major Revisions, Revise and Resubmit, or Reject.

  8. Revisions – Authors revise and resubmit within the given timeframe; revised manuscripts may undergo re-review.

  9. Final Decision – The handling editor issues the final decision, and accepted papers proceed to production (copyediting, typesetting, proofreading, publication).

Reviewer Ethics

  • Confidentiality – All materials remain strictly confidential.

  • Objectivity – Reviews must be professional, constructive, and unbiased.

  • Conflict of Interest – Any conflicts must be declared.

  • Timeliness – Reviews must be completed within the agreed 1–2 week window.

Reviewer Recognition

IJCHMD acknowledges the critical role of peer reviewers. Outstanding contributions are recognized annually, and consistent reviewers may be invited to join the Editorial Board.