Journal of Medical Genetics

is a leading human genetics journal publishing global authoritative research and reviews

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Journal of Medical Genetics is a leading international peer-reviewed journal covering original research in human genetics, including reviews of and opinion on the latest developments. Articles cover the molecular basis of human disease including germline cancer genetics, clinical manifestations of genetic disorders, applications of molecular genetics to medical practice and the systematic evaluation of such applications worldwide.

Journal of Medical Genetics is a Plan S compliant Transformative Journal.

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Current Issue

Journal of Medical Genetics: 60th Anniversary

September 2024 marks an exciting and important milestone for Journal of Medical Genetics as we celebrate 60 years of publishing! Over the past 6 decades, we have established ourselves as a trusted source for robust research.

To celebrate this achievement, we are reflecting on key achievements and highlighting some of the most influential research that the journal has published. Join us in commemorating 60 years of academic excellence, and here's to many more years of impactful publishing!

Read the editorial from Editor-in-Chief, Huw Dorkins: JMG at 60.

Discover the Six at Sixty collection, a series of commentaries by the authors of some of our most widely read articles, reflecting on the work they reported and subsequent developments in that area.

Celebrating 60 years of publishing

Authors

The Journal of Medical Genetics accepts submissions of a wide range of article types, including original research, review and short reports.

The Author Information section provides specific article requirements to help you turn your research into an article suitable for JMG.

Information is also provided on editorial policies and open access.

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Journal of Medical Genetics Learning

In collaboration with BMJ Learning, Journal of Medical Genetics offers high-quality continuing medical education for doctors and other healthcare professionals.

All Journal of Medical Genetics Multiple Choice Questions are listed on BMJ Learning. You can also find a list of our modules by title on our learning hub >>

Our latest module is Extent of investigation and management of cases of ‘unexplained’ mismatch repair deficiency (u-dMMR): a UK Cancer Genetics Group consensus