Journal of Medical Genetics
is a leading human genetics journal publishing global authoritative research and reviews
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Journal of Medical Genetics (JMG) is a leading international peer-reviewed journal covering original research in human genetics, including reviews of and opinion on the latest developments. Articles cover the molecular basis of human disease including germline cancer genetics, clinical manifestations of genetic disorders, applications of molecular genetics to medical practice and the systematic evaluation of such applications worldwide.
JMG is the official journal of the British Society for Genetic Medicine (BSGM).
BMJ Connections Clinical Genetics and Genomics (BMJCCGG) is the new open access companion journal to JMG. Visit the journal for more information about BMJCCGG.
JMG Learning Hub
JMG offers multiple-choice questions on new papers every month to support continuing medical education for doctors and other healthcare professionals. View our latest modules.
Journal of Medical Genetics: 60th Anniversary
September 2024 marks an exciting and important milestone for Journal of Medical Genetics as we celebrate 60 years of publishing! Over the past 6 decades, we have established ourselves as a trusted source for robust research.
To celebrate this achievement, we are reflecting on key achievements and highlighting some of the most influential research that the journal has published. Join us in commemorating 60 years of academic excellence, and here's to many more years of impactful publishing!
Read the editorial from Editor-in-Chief, Huw Dorkins: JMG at 60.
Discover the Six at Sixty collection, a series of commentaries by the authors of some of our most widely read articles, reflecting on the work they reported and subsequent developments in that area.
JMG is now the official journal of the British Society for Genetic Medicine
As of 1 January 2025, the Journal of Medical Genetics (JMG) has become the official journal of the British Society for Genetic Medicine (BSGM), an exciting new partnership will strengthen the exchange of knowledge and innovation in genetic and genomic medicine.
This collaboration will enhance the dissemination of clinical advancements and research to a broad international audience.
BSGM provides a forum for professionals involved in genetics and genomics as a clinical service and research.
Authors
The Journal of Medical Genetics accepts submissions of a wide range of article types, including original research, review and short reports.
The Author Information section provides specific article requirements to help you turn your research into an article suitable for JMG.
Information is also provided on editorial policies and open access.
Latest Articles
Cancer genetics:
Reproductive decision-making and pregnancy in germline CDH1 variant carriers19 September 2025
Cancer genetics:
Long-read DNA and RNA sequencing for inherited polyposis and colorectal cancer: cryptic intronic variants and multiple mutational mechanisms19 September 2025
Cancer genetics:
Evaluation of whole-body MRI for cancer early detection in Li-Fraumeni syndrome19 September 2025
Cancer genetics:
Investigating the use of a patient-facing digital app to support Lynch syndrome carriers in the management of their condition19 September 2025
Genotype-phenotype correlations:
Biallelic pathogenic TULP3 variants presenting as neonatal cholestasis, liver fibrosis and neurological manifestations19 September 2025
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