Peer-review process

All manuscripts submitted to Scientific Bulletin of Uzhhorod University. Series: Medicine undergo a two-stage review process:

1. Editorial Screening: The editorial secretary conducts an initial screening to ensure that the manuscript meets the journal’s formatting and policy requirements. Manuscripts that do not comply will be returned to the authors without peer review.

2. Double-Blind Peer Review: Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent experts in the relevant field. The journal follows a double-blind peer review model, meaning that both the authors and the reviewers remain anonymous throughout the process.

Reviewers evaluate:

- the relevance and originality of the topic,

- methodological soundness and scientific accuracy,

- clarity and coherence of presentation,

- relevance of citations and previous research coverage,

- contribution to the field.

Based on the reviewers’ recommendations, the editorial board may:

- accept the manuscript without changes;

- request revision (minor or major);

- reject the manuscript.

Authors are informed of the review results via email. In the case of revisions, authors must respond to reviewers’ comments and resubmit within the specified timeframe.

The final decision on publication is made by the editorial board. All changes to the manuscript’s content, including minor edits, must be approved by the author.

The journal adheres to the COPE guidelines on ethical publishing and conflict resolution. Authors may appeal editorial decisions in writing, providing clear justifications.

The average review and decision-making time is 3-5 weeks.