American Journal of Clinical Dermatology

Aims & Scope

The American Journal of Clinical Dermatology promotes evidence-based therapy and effective patient management within the discipline of dermatology by publishing critical and comprehensive review articles and clinically focussed original research articles covering all aspects of the management of dermatological conditions.

The Journal includes: -Definitive reviews relating to the management of dermatological conditions. -Evidence-based systematic review articles providing a critical appraisal of the available published literature on a specific disease or therapeutic question. -Leading/Current Opinion articles providing an overview of contentious or emerging areas and key regulatory and ethical issues. -Therapy in Practice reviews covering optimum management of specific conditions. -Original research articles of clinical importance. -Adis Drug Evaluations reviewing the properties and place in therapy of drugs in dermatology.

Additional enhanced features (including slide sets, videos and animations) can be published with articles; these are designed to increase the visibility, readership and educational value of the journal’s content.

In addition, articles published in the American Journal of Clinical Dermatology may be accompanied by plain language summaries to assist readers in understanding important medical advances.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	8.8
2024	8.60

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	668

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	2090

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	3.104

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science
• Medline
• Embase

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Dermatologic Reactions to Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors

  Citation: 508

  Authors: Vincent

• Psychopathology and Psychological Problems in Patients with Burn Scars

  Citation: 409

  Authors: Nancy E E, Maarten J M

• The Psychosocial Burden of Psoriasis

  Citation: 399

  Authors: Alexa B, Christine, Stefan, Mary G, Ying

• Role of Topical Emollients and Moisturizers in the Treatment of Dry Skin Barrier Disorders

  Citation: 378

  Authors: Marie

• Tissue-Engineered Skin

  Citation: 335

  Authors: Ysabel M., Anna F., William H.

• Etiology and Management of Pyoderma Gangrenosum

  Citation: 326

  Authors: Iris, Joanna, Kanade

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Lichen Sclerosus

  Citation: 318

  Authors: Susanna K., Peter H.

• Ceramides and Skin Function

  Citation: 317

  Authors: Luisa, Olga, Alfonso, Jos?? L.

• Do Women Have More Adverse Drug Reactions?

  Citation: 300

  Authors: Marius

• Cutaneous Leishmaniasis: Recent Developments in Diagnosis and Management

  Citation: 299

  Authors: Henry J. C., Sophia H., Henk D. F. H.

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