UCL Press launches Advances in Perioperative Care, a new Diamond Open Access journal

Posted on 27th March, 2026

UCL Press is proud to announce the launch of Advances in Perioperative Care (APOC), a new Diamond Open Access journal created to support the growing field of perioperative care.

As part of our commitment to widening access to research, the journal is free to read and free to publish in, ensuring that high quality educational content is available to all who support patients through the surgical journey.

APOC publishes case reports and narrative articles that translate evidence into practical guidance for the multidisciplinary teams working in perioperative care. Each article is built around a clear clinical scenario and learning objective, offering insight that readers can apply directly in practice. The journal provides a welcoming and supportive editorial environment where authors receive constructive feedback throughout peer review.

Developed by clinicians and academics at the UCL Centre for Perioperative Medicine, the journal is led by Editor in Chief Professor David Walker and an experienced editorial board representing a range of perioperative disciplines. Together, they aim to build a global community of contributors who share a commitment to improving the experience and outcomes of surgical patients.

APOC invites submissions from healthcare professionals worldwide. The journal welcomes contributions on any area of perioperative care, including clinical management, pharmacy interventions, nursing innovations, digital and data driven approaches and therapies that support recovery and wellbeing. Articles that explore a focused clinical challenge or offer learning from a compelling case study are particularly encouraged.

Find out more at journals.uclpress.co.uk/apoc