AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY

The American Journal of Cardiology (ISSN 0002-9149) is a peer-reviewed medical journal published biweekly in New York, USA, by Elsevier. It has an impact factor of around 3.0 (varies annually), is indexed in SCI (Science Citation Index), and is classified under the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) journal ranking system, typically in the third or fourth quartile depending on the year. The journal is not open access (OA). It focuses on cardiovascular medicine, covering clinical and translational research, including topics like coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and preventive cardiology. The journal is known for publishing original research articles, case reports, and reviews, with an emphasis on practical clinical applications. While it maintains a reputable standing in the field, its relatively lower impact factor compared to top-tier cardiology journals may reflect its broader acceptance criteria, which could include some studies with modest novelty or impact. Authors should consider its scope and audience when submitting, as it serves as a reliable but less selective platform for cardiovascular research.