About Evidence-Based Practice

Evidence-Based Practice is a peer-reviewed clinical journal that delivers concise, clinically relevant evidence syntheses designed to support decision-making in family medicine and primary care. Published monthly, the journal provides structured, high-quality summaries of current medical evidence across a broad range of conditions encountered in primary care practice. Through a consistent and scalable editorial approach, Evidence-Based Practice produces a high volume of rigorously evaluated content that supports both clinical care and medical education.

The journal is also expanding to include original research in Quality Improvement (QI), with initial publications anticipated in 2027. This expansion reflects an ongoing commitment to advancing evidence-based practice through both evidence synthesis and practice-based research. The journal’s primary aim is to identify, evaluate, and translate clinically relevant evidence into actionable guidance for primary care clinicians. 

Evidence-Based Practice Focuses on: 

• Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of conditions commonly encountered in family medicine and primary care
• Identification and critical appraisal of research with the potential to inform or change clinical practice
• Ongoing evaluation of important clinical questions as new evidence emerges
• Translation of evidence into practical, point-of-care recommendations

Article Types 

• Quality Improvement (QI) Articles (Original Research) – Forthcoming, first publication expected for release in early 2027.
• Priority Updates of the Research Literature (PURLs)
• Diving for PURLs
• Clinical Inquiries (CIs)
• HelpDesk Answers (HDAs)
• Good Evidence Matters (Good Evidence Matters)
• Features
• Editorials
• Letters to the Editor

Editorial Approach

Evidence-Based Practice employs a structured editorial process designed to ensure accuracy, clarity, and clinical relevance. Manuscripts are evaluated by experienced editors and subject matter experts with expertise in evidence-based medicine and primary care.
The journal emphasizes:

• Rigorous evaluation of evidence
• Consistent methodological standards
• Structured critical appraisal process
• Clear translation of research into clinical recommendations

Detailed information regarding peer review, editorial processes, and publication ethics is available in the Peer Review and Publication Ethics Policy.
Content is disseminated internationally through Ovid and other platforms in more than 40 countries, with additional engagement through international primary care organizations.

Journal Information

• Publication Frequency: Monthly
• Indexing: Indexed in CINAHL - To learn more about CINAHL, visit their website. 
• ISSN: 1095-4120
• E-ISSN: 2473-3717
• Submission System: Editorial Manager® (Aries Systems)

Our Team

Evidence-Based Practice is composed of a group of clinicians and editors working with authors across the country. This endeavor is spearheaded by our Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Jon Neher. Dr. Neher has worked countless hours mentoring new authors and fine-tuning more experienced authors. Many talented clinicians have developed their writing skills through Dr. Neher's editorial feedback. We are also under the leadership of our Editorial Board that guides the journal.

Questions? Please email us at [email protected] or call us at (573) 256-2066.