Aim & Scope

Aims and objectives
The Firat University International Journal of Health Sciences is a peer-reviewed scientific journal established to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in the field of health sciences and aims to publish internationally. The journal aims to contribute to the improvement of clinical practices, the strengthening of health education, and the development of interdisciplinary collaboration by supporting the publication of high-quality and evidence-based research conducted in the field of health sciences.
It aims to support the dissemination of scientific knowledge produced in the field of health sciences, and to contribute to the introduction of innovative studies aiming to improve the quality of healthcare services through the scientific community. In this context, the publication of original research that contributes to the development of evidence-based practices, improves the quality of patient care, and supports professional development in the field of health sciences.
The journal aims to strengthen international scientific interaction and contribute to bringing current knowledge and developments in the field of health sciences to the scientific community by supporting contributions from scientists from different countries and academic institutions.
Firat University International Journal of Health Sciences is a journal published in English. It is published twice a year and conducts its publication activities in accordance with international publishing principles, scientific ethical rules, and a double-blind peer-review process. Authors are not charged any fees for submission, evaluation, or publication.

Scope of the journal
The Firat University International Journal of Health Sciences is an interdisciplinary journal aiming to publish original scientific research in the field of health sciences. The journal specifically aims to prioritize multidisciplinary studies that contribute to the improvement of clinical practices, the enhancement of patient care processes, and the increased effectiveness of healthcare services.
The journal evaluates scientific studies prepared in the following key areas:
●    Nursing
●    Midwifery
●    Nutrition and Dietetics
●    Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Within these areas, the journal covers research addressing clinical practices, patient care processes, rehabilitation practices, maternal and child health, nutrition management, preventive health services, community health, health management processes, health education practices, quality improvement in health services, patient safety, evidence-based practices, and studies on the planning, implementation, and evaluation of health services.
The journal publishes the following types of articles:
●    Original Research Submissions
●    Compilation posts
●    Systematic Reviews and/or Meta-Analyses
●    Case Presentations
●    Letter to the Editor
Submissions to the journal undergo a double-blind peer-review process, and priority is given to publication of studies that demonstrate scientific innovation, support interdisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to the improvement of healthcare services.