Reviewer Policies

Orthopedics Research and Traumatology (ORT) maintains a comprehensive set of policies governing the peer review process. All reviewers are expected to review the relevant policies below before accepting a review invitation.

Before You Accept a Review

• Reviewer Guidelines
• Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosures (Specific to Reviewers)

The Review Process

• Peer Review Policy
• Peer Review Process
• Reviewer Evaluation Form

Ethics and Confidentiality

• Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement
• Plagiarism Policy
• Generative AI (GenAI) Policy
• Privacy Policy

If You Have a Concern

• Misconduct and Sanctions
• Complaints and Appeals

Recognition

• Join Our Reviewer Team