Journal profile
Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association
ISSN 0473-4378 · eISSN 2815-3715 · Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association · Bulgaria
Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association: diamond open access (no APC); no APC; review about 6 weeks (community reports); 17 articles in 2025.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association is published by Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Bone fractures and treatments, Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty and Bone Tumor Diagnosis and Treatments, together about 28% of its articles. Its main subfields are Surgery. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
The Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association (JBOTA) is a peer-reviewed medical journal dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in the fields of orthopaedics, traumatology, and related disciplines. The journal provides a platform for the dissemination of original research, clinical studies, case reports, technical notes, and review articles that contribute to evidence-based practice and innovation in musculoskeletal medicine.JBOTA aims to support academic, clinical, and surgical excellence by promoting high quality, relevant, and timely research. The journal welcomes submissions from orthopedic surgeons, traumatologists, rehabilitation specialists, biomedical engineers, and researchers working at the intersection of clinical and translational musculoskeletal science. Key areas of interest include:- Orthopaedic surgery and trauma care- Bone and joint disorders- Spine and sports injuries- Pediatric orthopaedics- Prosthetics and implants- Rehabilitation and physical therapy- Surgical education and training- Health policy and innovation in musculoskeletal care The journal serves both national and international audiences and encourages contributions that foster collaboration, innovation, and best practices across the orthopaedic and trauma community. PUBLICATION MODEL AND ACCESS The Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association is published exclusively online through its official website. The journal follows a continuous article publication model, whereby articles are published as soon as they are ready and subsequently grouped into annual volumes. Additional supplements to the same volume may be issued when appropriate, such as for conference proceedings or thematic collections. All content is freely accessible to readers. The main goal of the journal is to popularize to the scientific work and clinical experience of orthopaedic surgeons from Bulgaria and all over the world and open discussions on problems from the full spectrum of orthopaedics and traumatology. We welcome original scientific papers, theoretical and experimental analyses, case reports, etc. Peer Review Policy The Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association (JBOTA) follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process. All manuscripts undergo preliminary editorial screening before being sent to at least two independent reviewers. Reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the process. Reviewers assess submissions based on scientific mer
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Editor-in-chief Keti TokmakovaPublisher website
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named France 2, Türkiye 2, Hong Kong, China 1, United States 1, India 1 (10 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Bone fractures and treatmentsMedicine12.1%
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplastyMedicine8.2%
- Bone Tumor Diagnosis and TreatmentsMedicine7.8%
- Foot and Ankle SurgeryMedicine6.6%
- Sarcoma Diagnosis and TreatmentMedicine6.2%
- Total Knee Arthroplasty OutcomesMedicine5.8%
- Orthopedic Surgery and RehabilitationMedicine5.1%
- Knee injuries and reconstruction techniquesMedicine4.7%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
DOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- h-index
- 1OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 0OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0.04OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 113 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2025 | 17 | 17 | 4 |
| 2024 | 30 | 30 | 2 |
| 2023 | 23 | 23 | 3 |
| 2022 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
- Average review time (community reports)
- about 6 weeksLetPub ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 6 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Diamond open access (no APC)DOAJ
Every article is open access and authors pay no article processing charge.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | No APC | No | CC BY | |
| LetPub | No APC | No | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare3 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- 100–300 words
- Manuscript length
- ≤ 5,000 words
- Reference style
- Vancouver
Article types accepted8, with length limits
- case report00-200 Number of references 30 Clinical case report Word count in the main text 1000-3000 Word count in the abstract 50-200 Number of references 10 Shortmain text ≤ 3,000 words
- clinical case reportsClinical Case Reports consist of Introduction, Clinical Case Description, Discussion and Conclusions.Length not stated
- editorial commentsEditorial Comments present a scientifically justified statement on a published paper, with a volume of not more than 2 standard pages, with figures, tables and …Length not stated
- letters to editorLetters to Editor discuss a scientific issue, which is unsolved at the time, or consider other papers in a critical manner.Length not stated
- original scientific articlesOriginal scientific articles include mandatorily the following separate sections: Abstract, Introduction, including the study aim, Materials and Methods, Result…Length not stated
- reviewbstract 100-300 Number of references 10 Review Word count in the main text 2500-6000 Word count in the abstract 100-200 Number of references 30 Clinimain text ≤ 6,000 words
- reviewsReviews typically include Introduction, thematic subheadings and Conclusions.Length not stated
- short communicationabstract 50-200 Number of references 10 Short communication, reference paper, recension Word count in the main text 500-1000 Word count in the abstract 50-200 N…main text ≤ 1,000 words
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Authorship, Publication ethics, License & copyright, Open access, Peer review, Plagiarism
- AI use Statement on the Use of Generative AI at JBOTA
At JBOTA , we are committed to leveraging the latest technologies to deliver innovative, efficient, and impactful solutions. As part of this commitment, we responsibly incorporate Generative AI (GenAI) into our workflows and offerings.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Authorship
Author retains copyright Model summary
The author retains the copyright and the publishing rights for his article without any restrictions.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement
JBOTA is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity, following the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Editorial Responsibilities The Editor-in-Chief has full responsibility for editorial decisions. Editors evaluate manuscripts based solely on academic merit. Confidentiality and impartiality are maintained throughout the process. Author…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright Copyright Notice
Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0) Model summary
The submitting author warrants that the submission is original and that she/he is the author of the submission together with the named co-authors; to the extend the submission incorporates text passages, figures, data or other material from the work of others, the submitting author has obtained any necessary permission.Articles in this journal are published under the Creative Commons Attribution L…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open Access Policy
JBOTA is an open access journal. All articles are freely available online immediately upon publication. Readers may read, download, print, and share articles for non-commercial purposes without subscription or registration. Authors retain copyright and grant the journal the non-exclusive right to publish. Reuse for commercial purposes requires prior permission from the editorial office. The journa…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer Review Policy
Double-blind peer review Model summary
The Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association (JBOTA) follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process. All manuscripts undergo preliminary editorial screening before being sent to at least two independent reviewers. Reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the process. Reviewers assess submissions based on scientific merit, methodology, ethical compliance, and relev…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Plagiarism Screening for Plagiarism/Similarity
All submissions are checked for plagiarism using iThenticate before they undergo the peer-review process.
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association
- Country or region
- Bulgaria
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 0473-4378
- Electronic ISSN
- 2815-3715
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 63 (2026)
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗OpenAlex
- Author guidelines ↗LetPub
- Aims & Scope ↗LetPub
- APC information ↗DOAJ
- Open access statement ↗DOAJ
- License & copyright ↗DOAJ
- Peer review process ↗LetPub
- Editorial board ↗LetPub
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association
How long does peer review take at Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association?
Authors report an average review time of about 6 weeks. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: 100–300 words; Manuscript length: ≤ 5,000 words; Reference style: Vancouver. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association based?
Of the 10 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are France (2), Türkiye (2) and Hong Kong, China (1). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association is indexed in DOAJ.
Is Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association open access, and what is the APC?
Journal of the Bulgarian Orthopaedics and Trauma Association is a diamond open-access journal (no APC). It charges no article processing charge.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, DOAJ, Publisher website; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-30). Last updated: .