Wolters Kluwer and The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) are set to revolutionize the landscape of women's health publications with the announcement of a groundbreaking addition to ACOG's portfolio – O&G Open. This new open access journal is designed to provide a platform dedicated to evidence-based obstetrics and gynecology (ob-gyn) care, decision-making, advocacy, and regulation.
O&G Open marks a significant expansion and diversification of ACOG's publication offerings, complementing the renowned Obstetrics & Gynecology journal. The introduction of this open-access counterpart aims to meet the increasing demand for immediate and unrestricted access to scholarly articles in the field of ob-gyn and related disciplines. Open access publications have gained prominence globally, offering free-of-charge access to a wider audience.
This new initiative is poised to become a global resource for ob-gyn education, facilitating the rapid dissemination of crucial research findings. O&G Open will provide authors with an essential platform to publish their work while aligning with the evolving expectations of funders who increasingly advocate for open access dissemination.
The focus of O&G Open is to advance evidence-based obstetrics and gynecology care by swiftly delivering emerging data to a broader audience. In an era where the field has become more complex and historically faced challenges of over-regulation and under-resourcing, this open-access journal aims to address these issues.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a leading professional membership organization dedicated to improving women's health, recognizes the growing interest in open-access publishing. Jason D. Wright, MD, Editor-in-Chief of O&G Open, highlighted the decision to launch a companion journal as a response to the increasing volume of manuscript submissions received. He expressed excitement about initiating a new chapter for the Obstetrics & Gynecology portfolio in 2024.
Authors interested in contributing to O&G Open are encouraged to visit Obstetrics & Gynecology’s homepage for more information on becoming a part of this groundbreaking venture in women's health research and education. The launch of O&G Open signifies a significant step forward in promoting accessibility, collaboration, and progress in the field of obstetrics and gynecology on a global scale.
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