JBJS Journal of Orthopaedics for Physician Assistants (JBJS JOPA)

The JBJS Journal of Orthopaedics for Physician Assistants (JOPA) is a specialized peer‑reviewed journal designed to advance orthopaedic knowledge among physician assistants and nurse practitioners. It provides a dedicated platform for healthcare professionals to share practical insights, clinical experiences, and evidence‑based practices across all orthopaedic subspecialties. JOPA emphasizes education, professional development, and collaboration, ensuring that PAs and NPs remain at the forefront of musculoskeletal care. Articles undergo rigorous double‑blinded peer review by orthopaedic surgeons and experienced PAs, guaranteeing accuracy, clinical relevance, and readability. The journal covers diverse topics including surgical techniques, patient management strategies, rehabilitation, and innovations in orthopaedic practice. By fostering a community of contributors and readers, JOPA plays a vital role in bridging the gap between physicians and advanced practice providers, ultimately improving patient outcomes. Its mission is to empower non‑physician clinicians with the latest orthopaedic knowledge, making it an indispensable resource for continuing education and professional growth in the field.

JBJS Journal of Orthopaedics for Physician Assistants (JBJS JOPA) is :-

• International, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access, Refereed, Orthodontics, Physiology (medical), Orthopaedics, specifically tailored for Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) working in musculoskeletal care, surgical techniques, patient management strategies, rehabilitation, innovations in orthopaedic practice , Online , Quarterly Journal

• UGC Approved, ISSN Approved: P-ISSN E-ISSN: 2470-1122, Established: 2016,
• Does Not Provide Crossref DOI

• Not indexed in Scopus, WoS, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE