The Operating Room Global Journal (TORGJ)

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The Operating Room Global Journal (TORGJ) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to the advancement of multidisciplinary surgical and perioperative care. We welcome submissions from across the fields of surgery, Anesthesiology, perioperative nursing, critical care, surgical technology, allied health, management sciences, infection control, policy, and innovation.

ISSN: 3105-3262 | Quarterly Publication | CC-BY 4.0 Licensed

Why Publish with TORGJ?

• Global Reach & Visibility: Your research is accessible worldwide through open access, increasing readership and citations.
• Focused Niche: Dedicated to surgical, perioperative, and operating room sciences, a unique, interdisciplinary platform.
• Transparent & Fair APC Structure: Low and tiered Article Processing Charges (APCs) based on World Bank income classification, no hidden fees.
• Fast & Rigorous Peer Review: Efficient turnaround with options for expedited review; decisions within weeks.
• DOI & Indexing: All published articles receive a DOI and are indexed in key repositories to enhance academic impact.
• Active Dissemination: Your work will be promoted through TORG platforms, newsletters, and social media.
• Supportive Editorial Process: Constructive feedback from a diverse and experienced editorial board.
• Diverse Article Types: Accepts original research, reviews, case reports, commentaries, and brief communications.
• Author-Friendly Communication: Clear correspondence and guidance from submission to publication.
• Equitable Opportunities: APC waivers and discounts available to authors from low-resource settings.
• Ethical Integrity & Transparency: TORGJ adheres strictly to COPE, ICMJE, and international publishing ethics. Every manuscript undergoes plagiarism screening, conflict-of-interest review, and ethical compliance checks before acceptance.
• Commitment to Research Integrity: We uphold the highest standards in academic publishing, ensuring data reliability, author accountability, and transparency in every stage of review and publication.

Publication and Payment Policy

At The Operating Room Global Journal (TORGJ), we are committed to supporting equitable access to scientific publishing while sustaining high-quality, open-access operations. As part of the restructuring of The Operating Room Global (TORG), all active registered TORG members with valid membership IDs are now eligible for unlimited APC-free publications in TORGJ during their active membership period.

Authors who are not registered members of TORG are required to pay a modest Article Processing Charge (APC) as listed in the APC schedule found HERE. Non-members may apply for only one waiver per calendar year, subject to eligibility criteria, editorial approval and funding availability.

To enjoy continued publishing benefits, contributors are encouraged to become registered TORG members. Membership not only provides free publishing but also access to research collaboration, training, and global networking opportunities across the perioperative and surgical community.

🔗 Click Here to Become a Registered TORG Member today to publish freely with TORGJ.

Ethical Integrity & Transparency

The Operating Room Global Journal (TORGJ) adheres strictly to the principles and standards set by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics), ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors), and other international publishing ethics frameworks. Each manuscript submitted to TORGJ undergoes plagiarism screening, conflict-of-interest review, and ethical compliance checks before acceptance to ensure fairness and accountability throughout the publication process.

Commitment to Research Integrity

We uphold the highest standards of academic publishing, ensuring data reliability, author accountability, and transparency at every stage, from submission and peer review to final publication. TORGJ is committed to fostering a culture of responsible scholarship and ethical excellence within the global surgical and perioperative research community.

Research Misconduct Policy

TORGJ maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward research misconduct in all its forms, including plagiarism, data fabrication or falsification, redundant or duplicate publication, and unethical research practices. All submissions are screened using plagiarism-detection software, and suspected cases are investigated following COPE guidelines. Authors found to have violated ethical or research integrity principles may face manuscript rejection, publication retraction, or reporting to affiliated institutions and funding bodies. TORGJ encourages authors and reviewers to report any concerns confidentially to [email protected].

Types of Articles

TORGJ accepts the following article types:

• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles
• Clinical Case Reports
• Perspectives/Commentaries
• Editorials
• Protocols and Guidelines
• Short Communications
• Letters to the Editor
• Innovations in Practice

All manuscripts are subject to peer review, ethical checks, and editorial revision.

Submission Process

Upload your full manuscript as a single Word document via the TORGJ Manuscript Submission Online form at the bottom of this page. The manuscript must include the title page, all tables, and all figures embedded in the text. Additional documents may be uploaded separately where applicable. All files should be clearly named using Manuscript Title + Corresponding Author Name.

Required Upload
Main Manuscript (Single File) – Word document (.doc or .docx)
(Must include: Title Page, Abstract, Main Text, Tables & Figures embedded)

Additional Supporting Documents (Upload if applicable):
– Cover Letter to the Editor-in-Chief (Required)
– Ethical Approval Document (if applicable)
– Conflict of Interest Declaration (if separate)
– Supplementary Material / Appendices (optional)
– High-Resolution Figures (only if requested later by editors)

Ensure your manuscript complies with these guidelines before uploading.
For questions, email [email protected]

1. Subject Line Format
   • To expedite processing, use the following email subject line format:
   • TORGJ Submission – [Manuscript Type] – [First Author Last Name] – [Keyword/Short Title]

Example:

TORGJ Submission – Original Research – Ahmed Hussain – Gluteal Injection Anatomy

Manuscript Preparation

1. Language

All manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English (UK or US, consistently). Authors who are non-native speakers are encouraged to seek professional language editing.

2. Format

• File Type: Microsoft Word (.docx)
• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line Spacing: 1.5
• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) all around
• Page Numbers: Bottom right corner

3. Structure

Original Research Articles

• Title Page
• Abstract (≤250 words, structured)
• Keywords (3–6)
• Introduction
• Methods
• Results
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• Acknowledgements (if applicable)
• References
• Tables and Figures (with legends)

Review Articles

• Title Page
• Abstract (≤250 words, unstructured)
• Introduction
• Body (thematically or chronologically organized)
• Conclusion
• References

4. Title Page

Include:

• Full manuscript title
• Author(s) full names, affiliations
• Corresponding author (name, email, mailing address, ORCID)
• Word count (excluding abstract, tables, references)

5. Abstract and Keywords

An informative abstract of ≤250 words must precede the main text. Original Research articles require a structured abstract (Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion).

Provide 3–6 keywords using MeSH terms where possible.

Figures and Tables

• All figures should be submitted in high resolution (≥300 dpi, JPEG or PNG).
• Tables should be editable, not pasted as images.
• Each figure/table should be cited in the text and numbered consecutively.
• Provide descriptive captions for each.

References

• Use Vancouver (numerical) referencing style.
• Cite in-text using superscript numbers (e.g., Smith et al.¹).
• List references in the order of appearance.
• Include DOIs or URLs for online articles where available.

Example:

1. Smith J, Oloyede F. Innovations in global surgery. TORG J. 2025;1(1):1-10. doi:10.1234/torgj.v1i1.001

Ethical Considerations

• All research involving human subjects must include a statement on ethical approval and informed consent.
• Clinical trials must be registered (e.g., ClinicalTrials.gov).
• For animal studies, follow institutional and international guidelines.
• The journal follows the COPE guidelines for publication ethics.

Authorship and Contributions

Only individuals who meet the ICMJE authorship criteria should be listed. Use CRediT taxonomy to describe each author’s contribution.

Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers.

Decisions may be:

• Accept
• Minor Revision
• Major Revision
• Reject

Authors will receive detailed feedback and may appeal editorial decisions via written explanation.

Open Access & Licensing

TORGJ is an open-access journal, and all content is freely available.

We publish under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction provided the original author and source are credited.

Editorial Process and Timeline

The TORG Journal Editorial Process and timeline details can be found here; https://torgjournal.org/editorial-process/

Plagiarism, Use of Generative AI and Originality

All manuscripts are screened for Plagiarism using Turnitin, duplicate publication, and unethical conduct will result in rejection or retraction. For more details and AI use thresholds, visit our Plagiarism and GenAI Policy HERE.

Post-Acceptance & Publication

• Accepted articles are copyedited, proofed, and published online first.
• A digital object identifier (DOI) is assigned to each article.
• Authors must approve final proofs before publication.

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• Introduction to The Operating Room Global Journal (TORGJ)
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• Responding to Reviewer Comments: Tone, Structure & Strategy.
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• Questions and Answers

Contact Us

For submissions, inquiries, or support:
Editorial Office
The Operating Room Global Journal (TORGJ)
[email protected]
www.torgjournal.org