AMERICAN FAMILY PHYSICIAN

American Family Physician (ISSN 0002-838X) is a monthly peer-reviewed journal published by the American Academy of Family Physicians in Kansas, United States, dedicated to advancing the science and practice of family medicine. As a clinical-oriented publication, it serves as a vital resource for primary care physicians, general practitioners, and allied health professionals by disseminating evidence-based guidelines, case analyses, and practical management strategies across a broad spectrum of topics, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and health promotion. While the journal is not indexed in the Science Citation Index (SCI) and does not operate under an open-access model, it holds a recognized position within the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) journal ranking as a standard-tier medical publication. Its impact factor is comparatively modest, reflecting its primary focus on translating current medical knowledge into actionable clinical advice rather than driving high-impact basic research. Consequently, American Family Physician is highly regarded for its utility in day-to-day clinical settings, offering authoritative guidance for frontline healthcare providers, although its academic influence is more constrained than that of research-intensive journals due to its emphasis on practical application over novel theoretical contributions.