JNCCN - The Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network

What is JNCCN?
Who produces JNCCN?
How often is JNCCN published?
Can I get the journal on-line?
Is the journal indexed?
Is the journal peer reviewed?
How can I review for JNCCN ?
What topics does JNCCN cover?
How are topics chosen?
How often are different cancers and guidelines discussed?
Is the editorial calendar available online?
Who reads JNCCN? Is the journal helpful to patients?
How do I get a back issues or a sample issue?
How do I get an individual subscription?
Can I get JNCCN for my institution’s library?
How do I submit a manuscript to JNCCN?
Does JNCCN publish letters to the editor?
Does JNCCN publish upcoming events or news?
Does JNCCN publish supplements?
Does the journal accept advertising?

What is JNCCN?

JNCCN - The Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to improving the quality of cancer care by providing the latest information about best clinical practices, oncology outcomes, and new research initiatives to our readership. This information is provided through the publication of NCCN's Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology™. JNCCN also publishes review articles analyzing recommendations and detailing current oncologic practice as well as clinical research articles discussing new advances that will become standard practices in the future. Further goals are to address oncology practice at all stages and presentations, to enhance communication among oncology experts in both academic and community settings, and to provide a forum for discussion and commentary.

Who produces JNCCN?

JNCCN is the official journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). The editorial board and associate editors include more than 44 experts in all forms of cancer and cancer care from leading cancer centers across the United States. Most members of the editorial board are also panel chairs for the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology.

It is published by Jones and Bartlett Publishers in Sudbury, Massachusetts.

How often is JNCCN published?

JNCCN publishes 10 issues each year: monthly, with combined issues for May/June and November/December.

Can I get the journal on-line?

The NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology are available free online. Other content, including tables of contents, correspondence, and downloadable articles (in PDF format) are available at Ingenta, via online subscription or as individual downloads for a nominal fee. NCCN Task Force Reports are available (for individual downloads only) on this site

Is the journal peer reviewed?

All articles except guest commentaries (which are evaluated for suitability by members of the editorial board) undergo full peer review. Reviewers are selected by the issue editors from our editorial board, guidelines panels, and the oncology community at large based on their expertise in the topic.

Is the journal indexed?

JNCCN is fully indexed by MEDLINE/PubMed®, Chemical Abstracts, EMBASE, EmCare, and Scopus.

How can I review for JNCCN?

Most reviewers are from our editorial board or are recommended by editorial board members. However, physicians and other experts in the field of oncologic care can submit their names as potential reviewers by e-mailing Kimberly Callan with a statement detailing their areas of interest and qualifications. Please keep in mind that our need for reviewers is limited and topic-dependent.

What topics does JNCCN cover?

The scope of the content includes the entire spectrum of oncologic health care, ranging from prevention and screening to treatment to supportive care and including public health policy. In addition, the journal reports rigorous outcomes data from the world's leading cancer centers while providing a forum for correspondence and commentary.

Each issue focuses on a particular area or areas of cancer or cancer care. For example, previous issues have focused on cancers of the gastrointestinal system; breast cancer screening, treatment, and prevention; and various aspects of supportive care. Topics scheduled to appear in 2008 and 2009 include breast and colon cancers, myelodysplastic syndromes, screening, and genitourinary cancers.

How are topics chosen?

Our goal at JNCCN is to continually update the existing understanding of all aspects of cancer care. Therefore, we publish the complete NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines and supporting manuscripts on each topic on a rolling basis. Additionally, updates are published based on new developments and advances in the field.

How often are different cancers and guidelines discussed?

The NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology are updated continually, and the most recent versions are available online. Most guidelines will be reviewed and updated in the journal every 1 to 3 years.

Is the editorial calendar available online?

JNCCN’s editorial calendars for 2008 and 2009 are available here.

Who reads JNCCN? Is the journal helpful for patients?

JNCCN is written mainly for clinicians and other oncology care specialists. The primary audience includes physicians, pharmacists, and oncology nurses. We believe that patients and their families will find more readily useful information in the NCCN’s Treatment Guidelines for Patients, produced in cooperation with the American Cancer Society (ACS). For more information about the patient guidelines, see our website or call 888.909.NCCN (6226).

Can I get back copies or a sample issue?

Limited numbers of back copies are available. Contact Genevieve Hartzman for availability or to request a copy.

For a complimentary sample issue, contact Genevieve Hartzman at 215.690.0251 or via e-mail.

How do I get an individual subscription?

Individual subscriptions are available in both print and online formats. For more information on subscribing, please contact our publisher, Jones and Bartlett, at 978.443.500, or subscribe on-line. Subscriptions can also be ordered through Turpin Distribution at 800-785-4410 or www.turpin-distribution.com.

Can I get JNCCN for my institution’s library?

Institutional subscriptions are available in both print and online formats. Contact Turpin Distribution at 800.785.4410 or www.turpin-distribution.com.

How do I submit a manuscript to JNCCN?

Unsolicited original research and review articles, guest commentaries, and correspondence are welcomed, although most of the articles in the journal are invited. Please note that all full-length articles are subject to peer review and that commentaries and correspondence are evaluated for appropriateness by the editorial advisory board.

Interested authors are encouraged to contact the editorial office with questions about topics or submissions.

Information for contributors is available via e-mail.

Manuscripts can be submitted via e-mail.

Does JNCCN publish letters to the editor?

JNCCN is committed to providing a forum to enhance collaboration among cancer care providers. We welcome comments about the Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology, other articles published in the journal, or any other topic relating to cancer prevention, detection, treatment, supportive care, cancer policy, or survivorship. Please send correspondence to Kimberly Callan.

Please include affiliation and contact information in correspondence. Submission of a letter constitutes permission for publication. Letters are considered for publication as space allows, and NCCN reserves the right not to publish correspondence for any reason it deems appropriate. Letters are subject to editing and/or abridgement.

Does JNCCN publish upcoming events or news?

JNCCN publishes a calendar of events and welcomes notices of events of interest to our readership, including meetings, educational seminars, and organization support activities. Please include contact information and send notices at least 6 months in advance to Kerrin Robinson.

JNCCN does not currently include a news section.

Does JNCCN publish supplements?

JNCCN publishes supplements, subject to approval of the material from the editorial board. For more information regarding production times and pricing, contact Kevin Dunn at kdunn@cunnasso.com or call 201.767.4170.

Does the journal accept advertising?

The journal accepts advertising. Rate information is available at http://nccn.org/JNCCN/pdf/rate_card.pdf. For more information or to request a media kit, contact Kevin Dunn at kdunn@cunnasso.com or call 201.767.4170.