The Journal of Investigative Surgery publishes international peer-reviewed scientific articles related to the advancement of surgery and surgical techniques; crucial research that improves understanding of surgical disease, patient care, and the rehabilitation of surgical patients.

It is the only journal in the world that encompasses individual and collaborative efforts of scientists in the following sectors, as each pertains to surgery:

    Human and Veterinary Medicine
    Dentistry
    Basic and Applied Sciences
    Engineering
    Law and Ethics

The journal is dedicated to the publication of primary, outstanding and expert articles of interest to the surgical research community.