The Journal of Family Medicine, Primary Care and Community Health Indonesia (FPCHI) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in family medicine, primary health care, and community health, with a particular emphasis on Indonesia and the Southeast Asian region.
FPCHI serves as a platform for physicians, researchers, academics, public health practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate evidence-based findings that contribute to the strengthening of primary health care systems and the improvement of population health outcomes. The journal welcomes contributions from authors worldwide, particularly those addressing health challenges relevant to low- and middle-income countries.
Aims
FPCHI promotes a holistic, patient-centered, and family-oriented approach to health care, aligned with the core principles of family medicine and the role of strong primary care as the foundation of universal health coverage. The journal is committed to publishing original research and scholarly discourse that informs clinical practice, public health policy, and health systems strengthening — both in Indonesia and globally.
Scope
Family Medicine Practice
Patient-centered and family-oriented care, continuity of care, comprehensive clinical management, and the family physician's role in health systems.
Primary Health Care
Quality and accessibility of primary care services, primary–secondary care integration, health equity, and strengthening of primary care facilities.
Community Health
Community-based epidemiology, health promotion, community empowerment, social determinants of health, and community intervention programs.
Maternal, Child and Family Health
Maternal and child health, immunization, child growth and development, reproductive health, and family-based approaches to care.
Prevention and Health Promotion
Disease screening, health education, healthy lifestyle interventions, and preventive care programs in primary health settings.
Community Mental Health
Early detection of mental health disorders in primary care, integration of mental health services, and psychosocial approaches in family practice.
Chronic Disease and NCD Management
Management of diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and other non-communicable diseases at the primary care level, including disease management programs.
Medical Education and Training
Family medicine curriculum and competency frameworks, continuing medical education (CME), and innovations in primary care clinical training.
Health Policy and Systems Research
Universal health coverage implementation, evaluation of national health programs, governance of primary care facilities, and evidence-based health policy.
Digital Health and Innovation
Telemedicine, digital health tools, electronic medical records, and the application of technology to improve primary and community health services.
Environmental Health and Nutrition
Sanitation, environmental health determinants, stunting and malnutrition, community nutrition programs, and food security at the community level.
Palliative Care and Geriatrics
Pain management, community-based elderly care, home care services, and palliative approaches within primary care settings.
Article Types Accepted
Target Readership
General practitioners and family physicians, primary health care workers, public health researchers and academics, medical and health sciences students, health system managers, and policymakers at national and regional levels — both in Indonesia and internationally.
Publication Language
Manuscripts are accepted in English only. Authors are encouraged to use clear and accessible scientific English. Language editing support is recommended for non-native English speakers prior to submission.
