Journal Guide

Surgery

Surgical Clinics of North America has kept surgeons informed on the latest techniques from leading surgical centers worldwide. Each bimonthly issue (February, April, June, August, October, and December) is devoted to a single topic relevant to the busy surgeon, with articles written by experts in the field. Case studies and complete references are also included to give you the most thorough data you need to stay on top of your practice. Topics include general surgery, alimentary surgery, abdominal surgery, critical care surgery, trauma surgery, endocrine surgery, breast cancer surgery, transplantation, pediatric surgery, and vascular surgery.

The average turnaround time from submission of manuscript to final acceptance in Surgical Endoscopy is 70 days.The average turnaround time from manuscript receipt at Springer to Online First publication is 33 days. Surgical Endoscopy represents the surgical aspects of interventional endoscopy, ultrasound, and other techniques in the fields of gastroenterology, obstetrics, gynecology, and urology, as well as in gastroenterologic, thoracic, traumatic, orthopedic, and pediatric surgery. It offers a worldwide forum for discussion of aspects of interventional endoscopy and ultrasound as integral elements of surgical practice. It also affords the international surgical community a focal point for the exchange of information on practice, theory, and research in various medical and surgical disciplines. This is the official journal of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) and European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES).

Surgical Infections provides practicing surgeons, infectious disease specialists, and investigators with comprehensive and authoritative information on the biology, prevention, and management of post-operative infections. Original articles cover the latest advancements, new therapeutic management strategies, and translational research that is being applied successfully to improve clinical outcomes. Surgical Infections also provides an understanding of immune and inflammatory responses, which is critical for surgeons to treat post-operative infections effectively.

Surgical Innovation focuses on the revolution that minimally invasive surgical techniques, new instruments such as laparoscopes and endoscopes, and new technologies have brought to the art, science, and business of surgery. This innovative publication prepares both new and experienced surgeons to think and work in "the operating room of the future," while helping them to face the challenges of learning new techniques, understanding and adapting to new technologies, maintaining surgical competencies, and applying surgical outcomes data to their practices.Each issue of Surgical Innovation offers unique original articles from the vanguard of clinical practice, noteworthy basic and applied research from the basic sciences, state-of-the-art surgical education, and useful insights into the business of surgical practice. Written by leading international medical and surgical practitioners from specialties such as general surgery, gynecology, urology, cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, head and neck surgery, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, orthopedics, and pediatric surgery, the perceptive and incisive articles highlight those practices and technologies that will change your practice today and revolutionize surgery for decades to come.

Surgical Laparoscopy Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques is designed for surgeons who are committed to providing patients with the best, least invasive treatment appropriate for their condition. Six times a year, this revolutionary journal brings you updates on what is happening now...and what is on the horizon. You will hear about the latest clinical advances and the most exciting new academic research. The latest training techniques in use today and detailed descriptions of operative procedures are also provided. Surgical Laparoscopy Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques offers complete, timely, accurate, practical coverage of laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques and procedures; current clinical and basic science research; preoperative and postoperative patient management; recommendations for management of complications and new developments in instrumentation and technology. Website: www.surgical-laparoscopy.com.

Surgical Oncology's 2012 Impact Factor is 2.136 (© Thomson Reuters Journal Citation Reports 2013).Surgical Oncology is a peer reviewed journal publishing reviews, systematic reviews and meta-analyses that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in surgical oncology and related fields of interest. Articles represent a spectrum of current technology in oncology research as well as those concerning clinical trials, surgical technique, methods of investigation and patient evaluation. Surgical Oncology publishes comprehensive reviews which examine individual topics in considerable detail, in addition to editorials and commentaries which focus on selected papers. The journal also publishes special issues which explore topics of interest to surgical oncologists in great detail - outlining recent advancements and providing readers with the most up to date information.Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: http://support.elsevier.com

Surgical Oncology Clinics of North America updates you on the latest trends in patient management, keeps you up to date on the newest advances, and provides a sound basis for choosing treatment options. Each issue focuses on a single topic in surgical oncology, including pancreatic cancer, radiation oncology, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, head and neck cancer, palliative care, gene therapy, sarcomas, cancer screening, treatment of colorectal cancer, biliary tract and primary liver tumors, breast cancer, imaging, and more.Surgical Oncology Clinics of North America is published for times each year, in January, April, July, and October.

Surgical Pathology Clinics keeps you current on the information that is essential to every practicing surgical pathologist, from the latest techniques and approaches to detailed discussions on differential diagnosis. Published four times a year—March, June, September, and December—Surgical Pathology Clinics devotes each and every issue exclusively to surgical pathology and its associated problems and is enhanced by abundant full-color images. Each issue focuses on a single topic, including head, heart, lung, liver, kidney, thyroid, bone, gynecologic, genitourinary, prostate, skin, as well as nonanatomic surgical pathology topics such as cytopathology, molecular pathology, and pathology informatics.

Surgical Practice is a peer-reviewed quarterly journal, which is dedicated to the art and science of advances in clinical practice and research in surgery. Surgical Practice publishes papers in all fields of surgery and surgery-related disciplines. It consists of sections of history, leading articles, reviews, original papers, discussion papers, education, case reports, short notes on surgical techniques and letters to the Editor.

The application of anatomical research to clinical problems requires selectivity in choosing from numerous publications. Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, the first international journal of Clinical anatomy operates in the spirit that meaningful progress remains to be made. Each issue includes: Original papers, review articles, articles on the anatomical bases of medical, surgical and radiological techniques, articles of normal radiologic anatomy, brief reviews of anatomical publications of clinical interest.Particular attention is given to high quality illustrations, which are indispensable for a better understanding of anatomical problems.Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy is a journal written by anatomists for clinicians with a special interest in anatomy.

Techniques in Coloproctology is an international journal devoted to epidemiolologic, pathologic, diagnostic and therapeutic studies relevant to the management of colorectal and pelvic floor diseases. The journal also encourages submission of articles on colorectal motility disorders (including rehabilitative and pathophysiologic aspects). Reviews, original articles and technical notes with many detailed illustrations as well as multimedia articles render this publication indispensable for coloproctologists and related specialists. The journal is strongly recommended to those who wish to be updated on recent developments in the field, and improve the standards of their work. Techniques in Coloproctology is the official journal of the following societies: Italian Society of Colo-Rectal Surgery (SICCR) Mediterranean Society of Coloproctology (MSCP) Israel Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery (ISCRS) Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association (ECTA)Colorectal and Anal Group of the Surgical Section of the Chinese

Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery offers a unique opportunity to master the most innovative and successful surgical techniques for correction of foot and ankle disorders. Featuring contributions from the world's foremost orthopaedic surgeons and podiatrists, this quarterly journal supplies step-by-step details on highlighted techniques. The contributors explain the rationale, indications, and contraindications for each procedure, identify the pitfalls and potential complications, and provide invaluable tips for improving results. Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery is illustrated cover to cover with intraoperative photographs and drawings. Coverage encompasses the entire range of surgical problems, including ankle arthroplasty, reconstructive surgery for fractures, flatfeet, and diabetic feet, neuromuscular and tendon disorders, and general conditions such as bunions and hammertoes. Articles on rehabilitation are also included.Website: www.techfootankle.comIndividual and In-Training subscribers receive fully searchable online access to articles from Volume 1 to the present8212;now available on a powerful new website! This best-in-class website platform uses Web 2.0 functionality to provide an enhanced online experience through such features as: saved searches, personal article collections, easy image downloads to PowerPoint, and more.