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.

New journal launch

BMJ Group is pleased to announce it will be launching a new open access journal in the field of clinical genetics and genomics in late 2024.

Applications are invited for the position of Editor-in-Chief; please click here for more details of the role and how to apply.

Application deadline: 26 July 2024. For further information, please contact Henry Spilberg, Senior Publisher, BMJ Group (hspilberg@bmj.com).

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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