Journal of Intensive Care and Emergency Services
Advancing Healthcare Delivery Systems Through Evidence-Based Research in Critical Care and Emergency Settings
Our Mission
The Journal of Intensive Care and Emergency Services (JICES) is dedicated to advancing healthcare delivery systems through rigorous, peer-reviewed research focused on intensive care and emergency service environments. We publish evidence-based studies that examine healthcare quality, systems optimization, policy implementation, and service delivery models in critical care settings.
JICES serves as a vital platform for healthcare administrators, quality improvement specialists, health informatics professionals, policy makers, and health services researchers seeking to enhance patient outcomes through improved healthcare systems, protocols, and organizational structures.
Scope and Focus Areas
JICES publishes research examining healthcare delivery systems, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational performance in intensive care and emergency service settings. Our focus is on non-clinical, systems-level research that informs healthcare management, policy development, and service optimization.
Healthcare Quality Improvement
Quality metrics, performance indicators, patient safety systems, error reduction strategies, and continuous improvement methodologies in critical care environments.
Health Systems Organization
Healthcare delivery models, resource allocation, workflow optimization, staffing patterns, capacity planning, and organizational structures in emergency and intensive care settings.
Health Informatics & Technology
Electronic health records implementation, clinical decision support systems, telemedicine platforms, data analytics, and digital health solutions for critical care management.
Healthcare Policy & Economics
Policy analysis, healthcare financing, cost-effectiveness studies, reimbursement models, regulatory compliance, and economic evaluation of emergency and intensive care services.
Patient Flow & Access
Emergency department throughput, admission processes, discharge planning, transfer protocols, bed management, and access optimization strategies.
Healthcare Education Systems
Training program evaluation, simulation-based education effectiveness, competency assessment frameworks, continuing education models, and workforce development initiatives.
Important Scope Clarification: JICES focuses on healthcare systems and service delivery research, not individual patient care or clinical treatment protocols. We welcome studies examining how healthcare organizations, policies, and systems can be optimized to improve care delivery in intensive and emergency settings.
Why Publish with JICES?
Every manuscript undergoes thorough evaluation by experts in health services research, healthcare administration, and quality improvement. Our peer review process ensures methodological rigor while providing constructive feedback to strengthen your research.
All articles are published under Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licensing, ensuring maximum visibility and impact. Your research reaches healthcare administrators, policy makers, quality improvement teams, and health services researchers worldwide without access barriers.
- Immediate global accessibility upon publication
- Enhanced citation potential through unrestricted access
- Compliance with open access mandates from funding agencies
- Permanent archiving and DOI assignment for long-term discoverability
- Author retention of copyright for maximum flexibility
Submission Process
JICES welcomes original research articles, systematic reviews, quality improvement reports, policy analyses, and case studies examining healthcare delivery systems in intensive care and emergency settings.
- Manuscript Preparation: Review our Instructions for Authors to ensure your manuscript meets formatting and content requirements. Focus on systems-level research with clear implications for healthcare delivery.
- Online Submission: Submit your manuscript through our online submission portal or email to [email protected]. Include all required documents: manuscript, figures, tables, and supplementary materials.
- Peer Review: Your manuscript will be evaluated by experts in health services research and healthcare systems. The review process typically takes 20-30 days, with decisions communicated promptly.
- Revision & Acceptance: Address reviewer comments and resubmit your revised manuscript. Once accepted, your article moves immediately to production.
- Publication: Accepted articles are published online within days, with full indexing and DOI assignment to maximize discoverability and citation potential.
Fast-Track Review Available: High-impact studies addressing urgent healthcare system challenges may qualify for expedited review. Contact our editorial office to inquire about fast-track consideration.
Article Processing and Access
JICES operates as an open access journal with article processing charges (APCs) that support editorial operations, peer review coordination, and publication infrastructure. Waivers and discounts are available for authors from low-income countries and for unfunded research.
For detailed information about fees, waiver policies, and payment options, please visit our Article Processing Charges page.
Editorial Standards and Ethics
JICES adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We are committed to transparency, integrity, and fairness throughout the editorial process.
- Rigorous screening for plagiarism and duplicate publication
- Transparent disclosure of conflicts of interest
- Adherence to ethical research standards for human subjects research
- Clear policies on data sharing and research transparency
- Prompt handling of corrections, retractions, and expressions of concern
For complete details on our editorial standards, please review our Editorial Policies.
Join Our Research Community
Share your health services research with a global audience of healthcare leaders, administrators, and policy makers. JICES provides the platform to disseminate evidence-based insights that improve healthcare delivery in critical care environments.
Questions About Submission?
Contact our editorial team at [email protected] for guidance on scope alignment, submission requirements, or any aspect of the publication process.
