The British Journal of Surgical Science (BJSS) is a FREE [NO ARTICLE PROCESSING CHARGE]peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge, research, and innovation across the full spectrum of surgical practice. Published in the United Kingdom, BJSS provides a rigorous platform for the dissemination of high-quality original research, clinical studies, surgical techniques, translational science, and evidence-based reviews that contribute to the global evolution of surgical care.

BJSS welcomes submissions from all surgical disciplines, including but not limited to general surgery, orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, trauma and emergency surgery, and surgical oncology. With an emphasis on scientific rigor, methodological excellence, and clinical relevance, the journal strives to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and surgical practice.

The journal serves an international audience of surgeons, researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals, fostering multidisciplinary dialogue and encouraging innovation in both operative and perioperative management. In addition to original research articles, BJSS publishes case reports of educational value, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, technical notes, and opinion pieces addressing emerging trends and challenges in the surgical sciences.

Committed to ethical publishing and global scientific communication, the British Journal of Surgical Science aims to support continuous professional development and contribute meaningfully to improving patient outcomes through surgical research and education.

The journal is indexed in Crossref [DOI], and archived in  LOCKSS and CLOCKSS