BMC Ophthalmology

Open Access

About BMC Ophthalmology

BMC Ophthalmology is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by BioMed Central.

Editorial Perspective & Metric Analysis

Based on current metadata, BMC Ophthalmology maintains a standard position in the GB academic market. With an impact factor of 1.76, it remains a steady venue for researchers in its specific sub-fields. Being fully Open Access, this journal ensures your research is immediately available to the global scientific community.

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ISSN (Print) 1471-2415
Publisher BioMed Central
Country United Kingdom
APC / Cost $1925 USD
About BMC Ophthalmology

BMC Ophthalmology is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by BioMed Central.

BMC Ophthalmology is published by BioMed Central from GB as a journal. It has published 5,388 works to date, attracting 73,474 citations across the literature. The journal carries an h-index of 82, reflecting both depth of catalog and sustained citation impact. It is currently indexed in DOAJ. Recent publishing activity centers on Glaucoma and retinal disorders, Retinal Diseases and Treatments, Corneal surgery and disorders.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BMC Ophthalmology

The current impact factor of BMC Ophthalmology is 1.757.

Yes, BMC Ophthalmology is an open access journal.

The Article Processing Charge (APC) for BMC Ophthalmology is $1925 USD.

BMC Ophthalmology is published by BioMed Central.
Live Indexing Status
Updated April 2026

Track real-time indexing metrics to ensure this journal meets your academic requirements.

OpenAlex
Verified
DOAJ
Indexed OA
Predatory Check
Clean
Impact Factor
1.757
Current Impact Factor
Historical Trend
Initial data points only
Impact Factors by Year
Year Value Source
2025 1.757 CiteScore (Scopus)

Works Published per Year (2014–2025)

Annual publication volume sourced from OpenAlex. Current year omitted (partial data).

Journal at a Glance
5,388
Total Works
73,474
Total Citations
82
h-index
1.76
2-Yr Mean Citedness
DOAJ Indexed APC $1925 USD

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Top Research Topics

The areas where BMC Ophthalmology most frequently publishes, ranked by article volume.

  1. Glaucoma and retinal disorders
    Medicine
    1,880 works
  2. Retinal Diseases and Treatments
    Medicine
    1,536 works
  3. Corneal surgery and disorders
    Medicine
    1,309 works
  4. Intraocular Surgery and Lenses
    Medicine
    1,077 works
  5. Ophthalmology and Visual Impairment Studies
    Medicine
    1,011 works
  6. Retinal Imaging and Analysis
    Medicine
    661 works
  7. Ocular Surface and Contact Lens
    Medicine
    616 works
  8. Retinal and Macular Surgery
    Medicine
    607 works
Metadata

Last updated: Apr 24, 2026

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OpenAlex ID: S49440999

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