Message From the Editor

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To the Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing readership, I am thrilled to step into the position of Editor in Chief. I am excited about the new opportunities and challenges that come with this esteemed role. I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to the APSNA Board of Directors and the selection committee as well as to my colleagues, family, and close friends for their support. A special heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Anita Catlin for her invaluable contributions to JPSN. Her leadership has been instrumental in the growth and success of the Journal. As the new Editor in Chief, I want to continue the amazing work that Dr. Catlin has attained while finding new ways to impact pediatric surgical nursing. One of my first goals as Editor in Chief is aimed at enhancing the outreach and dissemination of JPSN publications through social media. With the journal's presence on social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter, I intend to leverage these tools to amplify the outstanding work of our authors and share them with a wider audience. My second goal is aimed at increased solicitation of articles sharing clinical guidelines and their associated outcomes. I would also like to see more manuscripts and research papers that lay the foundation for development of clinical guidelines. Publishing these types of articles will help to strengthen the clinical effectiveness of the care we provide for pediatric surgical patients. My final goal is aimed at supporting the APSNA membership in augmenting the visibility of their work. I am committed to helping facilitate the publication and dissemination of work from the special interest groups, member editorials, and other relevant publications, all aligned with the ASPNA strategic plan. I welcome any feedback and manuscripts that are focused on enhancing the well-being of pediatric surgical patients and nurses worldwide. As Editor in Chief, I am committed to providing mentorship and guidance to new writers, alongside the esteemed members of the JPSN editorial board. This latest issue includes the second series of articles on Spina bifida, including narratives, book reviews, and wheelchair safety. These two special issues provide a wide view of spina bifida in detail. Also included are articles on predatory publishers and on adolescent bariatric surgery. I am hoping you find this latest issue to be enjoyable and informative.