Peer Reviewed • Open Access • Scientific Publishing ISSN 1234-5678 / eISSN 8765-4321

Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, Airway, and Facial Surgery

For Reviewers

Review Process

Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, Airway and Facial Plastic Surgery (JOAFPS)

Join Our Reviewer Community

JOAFPS invites experienced clinicians and researchers to join our international reviewer pool and help maintain the highest standards of scientific excellence in otorhinolaryngology, airway science, and craniofacial research.

Rolee of Reviewers

Peer reviewers play a critical role in ensuring:

  • Scientific accuracy and integrity
  • Methodological rigor
  • Clinical relevance and translational value

Your expertise directly contributes to shaping high-impact research and advancing patient care.

Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of submitted manuscripts
  • Declare any conflicts of interest
  • Evaluate manuscripts based on scientific merit rather than personal opinion

 

The journal follows the ethical standards of:

Review Criteria

Reviewers are encouraged to assess manuscripts based on:

Scientific Quality

  • Originality and novelty
  • Study design and methodology
  • Statistical analysis and validity

Clinical and Translational Relevance

  • Applicability to clinical practice
  • Contribution to the field
  • “Bench-to-bedside” value

Presentation and Clarity

  • Structure (IMRAD format)
  • Language quality
  • Figures and tables

Review Process

JOAFPS operates a double-blind peer review system.

  • Review invitation → Accept/Decline
  • Review completion time: 10–14 days
  • Structured feedback required
  • Final decision made by the editorial team

How to Perform a High-Quality Review

A strong review should include:

  1. Brief summary of the manuscript
  2. Major comments (methodology, originality)
  3. Minor comments (language, formatting)
  4. Ethical considerations
  5. Clear recommendation:
    • Accept
    • Minor Revision
    • Major Revision
    • Reject

Reviewer Ethics

Reviewers must not:

  • Use unpublished data for personal research
  • Share manuscript content
  • Contact authors directly

Any suspected ethical concern should be reported to the editorial office.

Recognition and Benefits

JOAFPS values reviewer contributions and offers:

  • Annual Reviewer Certificate
  • Acknowledgment in the journal
  • Priority consideration for Editorial Board membership
  • Opportunity to contribute to special issues

Become a Reviewer

To join our reviewer pool, please send:

  • Your CV
  • Areas of expertise
  • ORCID ID