"Journal of Hospital Pharmacy and Health Services: Ampliando Horizontes, Fortalecendo Redes Globais"
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Expanding Horizons, Strengthening Global NetworksThroughout its fifteen-year history, the Revista Brasileira de Farmácia Hospitalar e Serviços de Saúde (RBFHSS) has undergone several transformations to adapt to changes in scientific communication and advancements in pharmaceutical care, particularly regarding the clinical role of pharmacists.Over the years, the journal has also stood out for its multidisciplinary approach, remaining committed to excellence and the promotion of best practices in medication use, thus contributing to the development of the pharmacy field in Brazil. More recently, the journal has become an important communication channel for Cosudefh (South American Coordination for the Development of Hospital Pharmacy) and has joined the International Collaboration of Pharmacy Journal Editors (ICPJE).Scientific journals internationalization in Latin America is essential to increasing the visibility and impact of the region's academic production.This process enables local research to gain global recognition, fostering the integration of Latin American scientists into the international scientific community.Additionally, internationalization contributes to diversifying perspectives and methodologies in research, enriching global scientific knowledge.By publishing in international journals, Latin American researchers enhance collaboration and funding opportunities, strengthening the region's scientific infrastructure.To increase the visibility and quality of its articles-and consequently strengthen hospital pharmacy in Latin America-the editorial team initiated an internationalization process.The first step was translating all articles (submitted in Portuguese or Spanish) into English, the lingua franca of scientific communication.This investment, funded by SBRAFH, has allowed publications to reach professionals worldwide since 2018.More recently, the need to adopt an English-language title became evident, both to expand dissemination and to reflect the journal's evolution, as it had long ceased to be exclusively Brazilian.Thus, starting with Volume 16, Issue 1, RBFHSS adopted a new international identity and is now published as the Journal of Hospital Pharmacy and Health Services -JHPHS, expanding its reach in the international scientific landscape.The integration of regional platforms into global networks, such as the inclusion of SciELO in Web of Science, will enhance the international visibility of regional journals, though it may require adaptation to more stringent inclusion criteria.Accordingly, the JHPHS will need to adhere to higher standards assessed by bibliographic databases, such as the accurate description of author affiliations and proper citation of references.
Institutions: Hospital do Câncer III, Instituto Nacional de Câncer - INCA
Language: English
Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4410775718