Aim & Scope

Bulletin of Health Services Research (BHSR) is a peer-reviewed international journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research focused on health services, healthcare systems, and public health policy. The journal provides a platform for researchers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to share original research, review articles, and case studies that advance knowledge, improve healthcare delivery, and inform evidence-based decision-making.

The primary aim of BHSR is to promote interdisciplinary research that addresses contemporary challenges in healthcare management, service delivery, and policy formulation. The journal encourages studies that integrate theoretical insights with practical applications, aiming to enhance the quality, accessibility, and efficiency of health services globally.

The scope of BHSR includes, but is not limited to:

  • Healthcare Management and Policy: Health systems research, hospital administration, quality improvement, and health policy analysis

  • Public Health and Epidemiology: Disease prevention, health promotion, epidemiological studies, and community health interventions

  • Health Economics and Financing: Cost-effectiveness studies, health insurance, resource allocation, and economic evaluation of healthcare services

  • Clinical and Translational Health Services Research: Implementation of evidence-based practices, patient outcomes, and healthcare innovations

  • Interdisciplinary Health Studies: Integration of social sciences, technology, and health services to improve care delivery and public health outcomes

By maintaining rigorous peer-review standards and promoting evidence-based research, BHSR aims to be a leading platform for advancing knowledge, improving health service delivery, and fostering collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.