About the Journal

Elshaddai International Journal of Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (EIJPOG) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research that advances the health and well-being of women, newborns, children, and adolescents. The journal serves as a global platform for the dissemination of innovative scientific evidence, clinical experiences, and healthcare practices that contribute to improving maternal, fetal, neonatal, and paediatric outcomes.

EIJPOG welcomes contributions from clinicians, researchers, academicians, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, and policymakers who are committed to strengthening reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health through evidence-based practice and scientific innovation.

The journal encourages multidisciplinary research that addresses both local and global health priorities, promotes equitable healthcare, and supports the achievement of improved health outcomes across diverse populations.

Vision

To be a respected international journal that advances excellence in paediatrics, obstetrics, gynaecology, and maternal-child health by publishing research that informs clinical practice, guides health policy, and improves healthcare worldwide.

Mission

Our mission is to provide an ethical, accessible, and high-quality publishing platform that supports researchers in sharing impactful scientific discoveries while fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous advancement in maternal, neonatal, and child healthcare.

Aims and Scope

EIJPOG publishes original research and scholarly work covering all aspects of paediatrics, obstetrics, gynaecology, reproductive health, neonatal medicine, and women's health.

The journal welcomes submissions in areas including, but not limited to:

  • General Paediatrics
  • Neonatology
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Child Growth and Development
  • Paediatric Infectious Diseases
  • Paediatric Surgery
  • Paediatric Cardiology
  • Paediatric Neurology
  • Maternal and Fetal Medicine
  • Obstetrics
  • High-Risk Pregnancy
  • Gynaecology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Infertility
  • Family Planning
  • Menstrual and Menopausal Health
  • Maternal Nutrition
  • Midwifery
  • Breastfeeding and Lactation
  • Women's Health
  • Perinatal Medicine
  • Maternal Mental Health
  • Public Health and Community Maternal Care
  • Digital Health in Maternal and Child Care
  • Healthcare Policy and Health Systems Research

Article Types

The journal publishes:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Systematic Reviews
  • Meta-Analyses
  • Clinical Reviews
  • Case Reports
  • Case Series
  • Short Communications
  • Clinical Practice Updates
  • Study Protocols
  • Editorials
  • Perspectives
  • Commentaries
  • Letters to the Editor

Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial assessment to determine their suitability for publication. Manuscripts that meet the journal's requirements are evaluated through a double-blind peer-review process, ensuring that both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the review.

Reviewers assess manuscripts based on:

  • Originality
  • Scientific quality
  • Methodological rigor
  • Ethical compliance
  • Clinical relevance
  • Clarity of presentation
  • Contribution to maternal, neonatal, and child health

Editorial decisions are based solely on scientific merit, ethical standards, and the quality of evidence presented.

Open Access Policy

EIJPOG is a fully Open Access journal. All published articles are freely available online immediately upon publication without subscription or access fees.

By removing barriers to knowledge, the journal promotes the rapid dissemination of scientific evidence, encourages international collaboration, and supports healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, and policymakers in improving maternal and child health worldwide.

Publications Ethics

EIJPOG is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity and ethical publishing.

Authors are expected to ensure that submitted work is original, accurately reported, ethically conducted, and not under consideration elsewhere. Research involving human participants must have received appropriate ethical approval and informed consent where applicable.

The journal does not tolerate plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication, image manipulation, or any other form of scientific misconduct. Allegations of unethical behaviour are investigated carefully, and appropriate editorial actions are taken when necessary.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright of their published work while granting the journal the right to publish and preserve the article.

Published articles are distributed under the Creative Commons licence adopted by the journal, allowing appropriate sharing and reuse while ensuring proper attribution to the original authors.

Digital Preservation

To ensure the permanent availability of published scholarship, EIJPOG supports long-term digital preservation through recognized archiving initiatives and secure repository systems. Where implemented, published content may also be preserved through LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, the PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN), and institutional repositories to safeguard the scholarly record for future generations.

Disclaimer 

The opinions, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in published articles are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Editorial Board or Elshaddai MedResearch Publishers. Authors remain responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and authenticity of their work.

Our Commitment 

At Elshaddai International Journal of Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, we believe that high-quality research has the power to improve the lives of women, newborns, children, and families around the world. Through rigorous peer review, ethical publishing practices, and unrestricted access to knowledge, we are committed to supporting scientific discovery and advancing excellence in maternal and child healthcare.