The Kirkuk Journal of Medical Sciences is a biannual, peer-reviewed scientific journal that covers a wide range of medical sciences. It aims to serve as an international, open-access platform for researchers, scientists, clinicians, and the public sector, fostering the advancement of knowledge and practice in medicine. The journal prioritizes submissions that contribute to the improvement of medical practice.

The subjects suitable for publication in the journal encompass various areas, including:

1. Basic medical sciences: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Medical Physics, Histology, Embryology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Parasitology, Biology, and medical chemistry.

2. Clinical medical sciences: Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Rheumatology, Nephrology, Hematology, Dermatology, Community, Family Medicine, Medical Education, Ophthalmology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Radiology, ENT, Urology, Plastic, and Pediatric Surgery.

By offering a diverse range of articles, original research, and case reports, the journal strives to facilitate the dissemination of valuable information and contribute to the advancement of medical practice.