Stitches: The Journal of Medical Humor

This project is believed to be defunct. (July 2008)

About

Stitches was established in 1990 in the belief that although medicine is a serious business, it is best delivered with regular doses of smiles and laughter. Published bimonthly, Stitches believes that being a medical practitioner is not just about patients, hospitals, and clinics, but encompasses so much more. As a magazine targeting the medical community, Stitches is primarily looking for articles—fiction and non-fiction—with a medical angle, however, we will happily review material that discusses other subjects. Of primary importance is that the story is amusing or interesting, and for submissions that show promise, we will happily work with you to ensure that this is so.

Country of Publication

Canada

Publication Media & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication: Published 6 x per year
Print Publication Print Publication: Published 6 x per year

Fiction Believed Defunct

Audience:

Unknown

Genres:

Open to all/most Genres, including:
General

Lengths:

Flash Fiction: 400 - 1,000 words.
Short Story: 1,000 - 1,200 words.

Styles:

Humorous, Mainstream.

Topics:

None found.

Payment:

Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word).
Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.

Submissions:

Method: Postal.
Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.
Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.
Media: Text.

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Last Updated: 22 May 2026