NCCN Guidelines® & Clinical Resources
JNCCN — Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
JNCCN — Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network is a
peer-reviewed publication dedicated to improving the quality of cancer care by providing
the latest information about best clinical practices, oncology outcomes, and new
research initiatives to our readership. This information is provided through the
publication of the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®).
JNCCN also publishes review articles analyzing recommendations and detailing
current oncologic practice as well as clinical research articles discussing new
advances that will become standard practices in the future. Further goals are to
address oncology practice at all stages and presentations, to enhance communication
among oncology experts in both academic and community settings, and to provide a
forum for discussion and commentary.
JNCCN is an official journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
(NCCN). The editorial board and associate editors include more than 44 experts in
all forms of cancer and cancer care from leading cancer centers across the United
States. Most members of the editorial board are also panel chairs for the NCCN Guidelines®.
JNCCN is published by Harborside Press, LLC, in Cold Spring Harbor, New
York. JNCCN publishes 12 issues each year: monthly.
All articles except guest commentaries (which are evaluated for suitability by members
of the editorial board) undergo full blinded peer review. Reviewers are selected
by the issue editors from the editorial board, guidelines panels, and the oncology
community at large based on their expertise in the topic.
JNCCN is fully indexed by MEDLINE/PubMed®, Chemical Abstracts, EMBASE,
EmCare, and Scopus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JNCCN accessible online?
How can I review for JNCCN?
What topics does JNCCN cover and how are the
topics chosen?
Is JNCCN appropriate for patients and caregivers?
How do I get an individual subscription, change my
address, or request JNCCN for my institution’s library?
How do I submit a manuscript to JNCCN or
publish a letter to the editor?
Does JNCCN publish upcoming events or
news?
Does JNCCN publish supplements or accept
advertising?
Is JNCCN accessible online?
The NCCN Guidelines® are available free online. Other content, including tables of contents, correspondence,
and downloadable articles (in PDF format) are available at
JNCCN.org. NCCN Task Force Reports
are available (for individual downloads only) at
JNCCN.org.
How can I review for JNCCN?
Most reviewers are from our editorial board or are recommended by editorial board
members. However, physicians and other experts in the field of oncologic care can
submit their names as potential reviewers by
e-mailing Kimberly Callan with a statement detailing their areas of interest
and qualifications. Please keep in mind that our need for reviewers is limited and
topic-dependent.
What topics does JNCCN cover and how are the topics
chosen?
The scope of the content includes the entire spectrum of oncologic health care,
ranging from prevention and screening to treatment to supportive care and including
public health policy. In addition, JNCCN reports rigorous outcomes data
from the world's leading cancer centers while providing a forum for correspondence
and commentary. View the JNCCN Editorial Calendar
Each issue focuses on a particular area or areas of cancer or cancer care. View the JNCCN Editorial Calendar
Our goal at JNCCN is to continually update the existing understanding of
all aspects of cancer care. Therefore, we publish the complete NCCN Clinical Practice
Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®); and supporting manuscripts
on each topic on a rolling basis. Additionally, updates are published based on new
developments and advances in the field.
The NCCN Guidelines® are updated continually, and the most recent
versions are available online. Most NCCN Guidelines will be reviewed and updated
in the journal every 1 to 3 years.
Is JNCCN appropriate for patients and caregivers?
JNCCN is written mainly for clinicians and other oncology care specialists.
The primary audience includes physicians, pharmacists, and oncology nurses. Information
for patients, caregivers, and their families, including the NCCN Patient Summaries
for People with Cancer™ (which are based on the NCCN Guidelines) are available
at NCCN.com.
How do I get an individual subscription, change my address,
or request JNCCN for my institution’s library?
Individual subscriptions are available in both print and online formats. For more
information on subscribing, please contact our publisher, Harborside Press, LLC,
at 631.692.0800, or subscribe online.
Institutional subscriptions are available in both print and online formats. Please
contact our publisher, Harborside Press, LLC, at 631.692.0800 ext. 304 or www.harborsidepress.com.
How do I submit a manuscript to JNCCN or publish
a letter to the editor?
Unsolicited original research and review articles, guest commentaries, and correspondence
are welcomed, although most of the articles in the journal are invited. Please note
that all full-length articles are subject to peer review and that commentaries and
correspondence are evaluated for appropriateness by the editorial advisory board.
Interested authors are encouraged to
contact the editorial office with questions about topics or submissions.
Information for contributors is available via
e-mail and manuscripts can be submitted via
e-mail.
JNCCN is committed to providing a forum to enhance collaboration among
cancer care providers. We welcome comments about the NCCN Guidelines®,
other articles published in the journal, or any other topic relating to cancer prevention,
detection, treatment, supportive care, cancer policy, or survivorship. Please send
correspondence to Kimberly Callan.
Please include affiliation and contact information in correspondence. Submission
of a letter constitutes permission for publication. Letters are considered for publication
as space allows, and NCCN reserves the right not to publish correspondence for any
reason it deems appropriate. Letters are subject to editing and/or abridgement.
Does JNCCN publish upcoming events or news?
JNCCN publishes a calendar of events and welcomes notices of events of
interest to our readership, including meetings, educational seminars, and organization
support activities. Please include contact information and send notices at least
6 months in advance to Kerrin Green.
JNCCN does not currently include a news section.
Does JNCCN publish supplements or accept advertising?
JNCCN publishes supplements, subject to approval of the material from the
editorial board. For more information regarding production times and pricing, contact
David Horowitz at david@harborsidepress.com
or call 631.692.0800.
The journal accepts advertising. For more information or to request a media kit,
contact David Horowitz at david@harborsidepress.com
or call 631.692.0800.