OFP accepts original articles from clinicians who write succinct, evidence-based, authoritative review articles with an osteopathic component that will assist osteopathic family physicians in patient care.  

OFP is actively seeking review articles, brief reports, and clinical images of general interest to osteopathic family physicians, as well as related to our topics of interest as listed below. Submit an article at https://mc04.manuscriptcentral.com/ofp, or view  information about article categories.

Reserve a Topic

If you are interested in writing on one of the suggested article topics below, or if you have another topic in mind, you can reserve the topic by emailing the OFP Editorial Office. Please provide your name and the review title you would like to reserve. Once you reserve a review article topic, you will receive an email confirmation from ACOFP. This will initiate a 3-month deadline for submission. If the paper is not received within 3 months, the system will release the review article topic for other authors to reserve.

2025 Call for Papers

Women’s Health

Managing Common Gynecological Disorders
    • Clinical approaches to managing conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.
    • Advances in hormonal therapies and medical management for women’s reproductive health.
Breast Cancer Screening and Prevention
    • Advances in treatment options for breast cancer and survivor care

Oncology

Innovations in Cancer Treatment
    • New advancements in targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and precision medicine for cancer patients.
    • Multidisciplinary approaches to cancer care, including the role of family physicians in managing treatment side effects.
Cancer Survivorship and Follow-Up Care
    • Post-treatment care for cancer survivors: monitoring long-term side effects and recurrence prevention.
    • Psychological and emotional support for cancer survivors in primary care.
Preventive Oncology: Screening and Early Detection
    • Overview of all cancer screenings in primary care settings (specific screenings for colorectal, cervical, and prostrate cancers have been covered in recent articles).
    • Public health campaigns and community outreach for cancer prevention.

Pulmonary

Management of Chronic Respiratory Diseases
    • Evidence-based approaches to managing asthma and COPD in primary care settings.
    • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for chronic respiratory conditions.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Strategies and Benefits
    • A comprehensive approach to pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with chronic lung diseases.
    • The role of physical activity and lifestyle changes in managing respiratory conditions.

Cardiology

Heart Failure Management
    • Approaches to diagnosing and managing heart failure in family practice.
    • Advancements in heart failure therapies, including medication and device management.
Prevention and Risk Stratification in Cardiovascular Disease
    • Evidence-based strategies for cardiovascular disease prevention, including risk assessment and lifestyle changes.
    • Statin therapy, aspirin use, and other pharmacological options for primary prevention.

Urology

Urinary Incontinence: Diagnosis and Treatment
    • Effective treatments for urinary incontinence, including pharmacologic, behavioral, and surgical options.
    • Strategies for improving patient quality of life with incontinence.
Kidney Disease: Early Detection and Management
    • Identifying and managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the primary care setting.
    • Interventions to slow the progression of kidney disease, including lifestyle and pharmacological approaches.

Rheumatology

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE): Clinical Insights
    • Advances in the management of SLE, including new biologics and immunosuppressive therapies.
    • Long-term care strategies for patients with lupus, including monitoring for flare-ups and organ damage.

Surgery

Minimally Invasive Surgery: Current Trends
    • Advances in minimally invasive surgical techniques and their benefits over traditional methods.
    • Managing patient outcomes following laparoscopic or robotic-assisted surgeries.

Pediatrics

Pediatric Obesity
    • Prevention strategies for pediatric obesity (treatments have been recently covered)
    • Family-based interventions and community resources for promoting healthy eating and physical activity.
Developmental Delays and Early Intervention
    • Identifying and managing developmental delays in early childhood.
    • Multidisciplinary approaches to supporting children with developmental disorders such as ADHD, autism, and speech delays.
Common Pediatric Infections: Diagnosis and Management
    • Vaccination schedules and recommendations for preventing infectious diseases.
    • Immunizations: advancements, strategies for public health concerns

Dermatology

Common Skin Conditions in Primary Care
    • Management of eczema, psoriasis, acne, and other common dermatologic conditions in family practice.
    • Approaches to diagnosing and treating skin infections like impetigo and cellulitis.
Management of Hair and Nail Disorders
    • Approaches to diagnosing and treating common hair loss conditions (e.g., alopecia areata, male pattern baldness).
    • Nail diseases, including fungal infections, ingrown nails, and psoriasis.

Hospice Care

Palliative Care in Family Medicine
    • Approaches to providing compassionate palliative care for patients with terminal conditions.
End-of-Life Discussions: Communication with Patients and Families
    • Supporting families in the decision-making process during hospice care.
Hospice Care Integration into Primary Care
    • The role of family physicians in managing patients transitioning into hospice care.
    • Multidisciplinary collaboration between family physicians, hospice providers, and other specialists in end-of-life care.

Reserved Articles

Papers on more specific aspects of these conditions may still be considered, and these topics may be rereleased at a later date.

  • Pain and symptom management strategies in end-of-life care.
  • Vaccine hesitancy and strategies for addressing it.
  • Current guidelines for breast cancer screening and early detection methods.
  • Evidence-based guidelines for diagnosing and treating common pediatric infections (e.g., ear infections, respiratory infections).
  • Cervical cancer screening
  • Prenatal and Postpartum Care: Best practices in prenatal care, including screening and managing complications during pregnancy; Postpartum care strategies, including mental health support and breastfeeding.
  • Post-Surgical Recovery and Complication Management: Best practices for post-surgical recovery, including pain management, wound care, and early mobilization; Preventing common complications such as infections, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism.
  • Skin Cancer: Screening and Prevention: Best practices for screening and early detection of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers; Strategies for educating patients on sun protection and reducing skin cancer risk.
  • Hypertension: Diagnosis and Treatment: New guidelines and strategies for managing hypertension in primary care; Pharmacologic and lifestyle interventions to reduce cardiovascular risk
  • Prostate Health: Screening and Management: Guidelines for prostate cancer screening, including the role of PSA testing and digital rectal exams; Management of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and other common urological issues
  • Arthritis Management in Primary Care: Comprehensive approaches to managing osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis; Pharmacological options and non-drug interventions to alleviate symptoms and improve function.
  • Fibromyalgia: Diagnosis and Treatment; Updated diagnostic criteria for fibromyalgia and treatment strategies, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches; Multidisciplinary care models for managing fibromyalgia patients.
  • Preoperative Optimization in Surgical Patients: Evidence-based strategies for preparing patients for surgery to reduce complications; The role of preoperative screenings, risk assessments, and patient education
  • Effective communication strategies for discussing prognosis, treatment options, and end-of-life care preferences
  • Sleep Apnea: Diagnosis and Management: Updated diagnostic criteria and treatment strategies for obstructive sleep apnea; The role of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and other interventions.