Advancing the Ewha Medical Journal: continuity, quality, and future indexing goals
It is an honor to assume the role of Editor-in-Chief of the
Ewha Medical Journal. I am deeply grateful to Professor Sun Huh, the previous Editor-in-Chief, for his dedicated leadership over the past 2 years. Under his guidance, the journal achieved substantial growth in publication volume, strengthened its editorial infrastructure, and was indexed in PubMed Central (PMC) [
1]. His commitment to scientific rigor and educational mentorship, particularly for undergraduate and early-career authors, has established a strong and durable foundation for the journal’s continued development.
The Ewha Medical Journal holds a distinctive position as a college-based general medical journal that balances academic excellence with an educational mission. The previous editorship strengthened this dual identity through systematic editorial policies, standardized reporting guidelines, and transparent publication workflows. Together, these efforts improved overall manuscript quality and positioned the journal for broader international visibility.
As we enter this new phase, my primary goal is continuity combined with thoughtful evolution. We will maintain strict adherence to ethical standards and scientific integrity while strengthening thematic coherence, encouraging methodologically sound research, and further refining our editorial focus. Our inclusive and educational ethos will remain central to this mission.
We will pursue strategic inclusion in major indexing databases, including the Korea Citation Index and Scopus. Building on our success with PMC indexing, we aim to enhance article quality, consistency, and visibility, recognizing that indexing is the outcome of sustained editorial discipline and collective scholarly commitment.
The increase in submissions following PMC indexing presents both opportunity and responsibility. A broader submission pool allows for more selective editorial decision-making while simultaneously demanding greater efficiency in the peer-review process. Digital tools, including generative artificial intelligence, may support editorial workflows such as formatting checks and guideline compliance, provided that confidentiality and editorial independence are fully respected [
2].
The Ewha Medical Journal represents a collective effort. Its progress depends on the dedication of authors, reviewers, editorial board members, and the continued support of the leadership of Ewha Womans University College of Medicine. I look forward to fostering a journal that is methodologically robust, clinically relevant, and educationally meaningful.
Editorial overview of this issue
This issue presents 6 articles spanning infection control, cardiovascular biology, clinical interventions, and professional perspectives.
An opinion article examines norovirus infection control in Korea, critiquing current regulatory practices related to oyster cooking and proposing evidence-based policy improvements. A review article explores the T-cadherin–adiponectin axis in cardiovascular disease, highlighting its therapeutic potential through exosome-mediated myocardial repair.
The original articles published in this issue address important clinical questions. The first evaluates endoscopic vacuum therapy for gastrointestinal transmural defects, demonstrating high technical success while identifying factors associated with complications. The second investigates the expression of Ki67, estrogen receptor, and HER2 in p16-positive cervical squamous lesions, providing foundational biomarker evidence relevant to cervical neoplasia.
A case report describes glycopyrrolate-induced tachycardia occurring in the left lateral decubitus position, illustrating how ventilatory mechanics may modulate autonomic responses during anesthesia. Finally, a Correspondence article continues our interview series, featuring a dialogue between an alumnus and a junior colleague that highlights professional experiences and intergenerational academic connections.
This issue reflects the collaborative spirit and scholarly excellence that sustain the Ewha Medical Journal. Through the collective efforts of our authors, reviewers, and editorial team, we continue to advance clinically meaningful research. I look forward to our shared journey toward greater impact and broader recognition.
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Authors’ contribution
All work was completed by Ji Yeon Byun.
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Conflict of interest
Ji Yeon Byun has served as the editor of the Ewha Medical Journal since January 2026. However, she was not involved in the peer review process or decision-making for this article. No other potential conflicts of interest relevant to this article were reported.
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Funding
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