The Annals of Ibadan Postgraduate Medicine (AIPM) proudly celebrates Julie Atta's outstanding contribution as an expert reviewer. Since September 2023, Julie has brought her extensive knowledge and expertise to the journal, playing a critical role in maintaining the high standards of academic excellence that the Annals is known for.

Julie Atta's involvement with the Annals is no surprise to those familiar with her work. The Annals of Ibadan Postgraduate Medicine, a prestigious peer-reviewed journal published bi-annually by the Association of Resident Doctors at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria, is a platform dedicated to the publication of first-class and widely cited articles in various specialties of medical sciences. 

The journal, which welcomes contributions from across the medical field, especially in developing countries, is committed to addressing multiple topics, including medical technology, and economic, social, and ethical issues related to medicine.

Julie Atta's role as a reviewer has been nothing short of impactful. Among the significant research papers she reviewed are studies on the design of the National Health Insurance Scheme of Nigeria and its implications for universal health coverage, the clinical profile and pattern of dementia in a geriatric center, and the mental health status and job performance during the COVID-19 pandemic among nurses in Ibadan.

She also reviewed critical works on the patterns and presentation of major depressive disorder in pediatric surgical adolescents, the profile of young-onset dementia patients in Southwestern Nigeria, and the early impacts of fuel subsidy removal on the mental health of primary healthcare workers and community members in Nigeria.

The Annals of Ibadan Postgraduate Medicine employs a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and relevance of submitted manuscripts. Julie's role as an expert reviewer has been essential in this process, requiring her to critically evaluate manuscripts' scientific merit and relevance, ensuring they meet the journal's high standards.

Her contributions have been invaluable in helping the journal maintain its reputation as a leading source of medical knowledge and research.

Praising Julie’s contributions, the journal’s editor remarked, “Julie Atta has been an exceptional reviewer, consistently providing insightful and thorough evaluations that have significantly enhanced the quality of our publications. In our most recent assessment, she ranked in the top 5%  of our over 120 reviewers,  considering our mid-year metrics of reviewers, which rank reviewers and recognize them based on successful reviews published per month. This year, the editorial board maintained that her contributions in this short time span are impressive compared to existing reviewers. This is a testament to her dedication and expertise. Her input has been crucial in maintaining the scientific rigor that our journal is known for.”

Julie Atta is not alone in being recognized for her outstanding efforts. Alongside her, three other reviewers were equally celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the journal: Dr. Akinwale Osinusi, known for his expertise in infectious diseases; Dr. Funmilayo Adebayo, a specialist in cardiovascular medicine; and Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwachukwu, who focuses on public health and epidemiology. Their combined efforts have played a vital role in upholding the Annals’ commitment to excellence in medical research.