Reviewer Guideline

The International Journal of Comprehensive Health, Medicine, & Dentistry values the essential role of peer reviewers in maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal. This guide is designed to assist reviewers in providing thorough, constructive, and fair evaluations of submitted manuscripts.

Invitation to Review

Accepting or Declining: When invited to review, you will receive an email with the manuscript title, abstract, and a link to accept or decline the invitation. If you accept, you will gain access to the full manuscript and supplementary materials.
Response Time: Please respond to the invitation within 3 days to ensure timely processing of manuscripts.

Conducting the Review

Confidentiality: Treat the manuscript and review process as confidential. Do not share or discuss the manuscript with others without permission from the editorial office.
Timeliness: Complete the review within 2-4 weeks. If you need more time, contact the editorial office as soon as possible.
Ethical Guidelines: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest. Provide an objective, unbiased review. Report any concerns about plagiarism or ethical misconduct.

Review Criteria

Originality: Assess whether the manuscript presents novel findings or insights.
Significance: Evaluate the importance and impact of the research within its field.
Methodology: Examine the appropriateness and rigor of the research design and methods.
Clarity: Consider the clarity of writing and organization of the manuscript.
Ethical Standards: Ensure the research adheres to ethical guidelines and standards.

Review Format

Summary: Provide a brief summary of the manuscript, highlighting the main findings and contributions.
Strengths: Identify the strengths of the manuscript.
Weaknesses: Point out any weaknesses or areas for improvement, including issues with methodology, data interpretation, or clarity.
Recommendations: Offer specific suggestions for how the authors can improve the manuscript.
Recommendation for Publication: Select one of the following options:
Accept
Minor Revisions
Major Revisions
Reject
Confidential Comments to the Editor

Provide any confidential comments or concerns that you do not wish to share with the authors. These comments will only be seen by the editorial team.

Benefits of Reviewing

Professional Development: Reviewing manuscripts helps you stay current with the latest research and developments in your field.
Networking: Reviewing provides opportunities to connect with other researchers and experts in your area of expertise.
Recognition: Your contributions as a reviewer are acknowledged by the journal, and outstanding reviewers may receive recognition or awards.

How to Become a Reviewer

If you are interested in becoming a reviewer for The International Journal of Comprehensive Health, Medicine, & Dentistry, please contact the editorial office with your CV and a brief summary of your areas of expertise.

Contact Information

For any questions or concerns about the review process, please contact:

Editorial Office
The International Journal of Comprehensive Health, Medicine, & Dentistry
Email: info@halafoundation.com

Thank you for your valuable contribution to the peer-review process. Your expertise and dedication are essential to maintaining the high standards of our journal.