From the Editor’s Desk By Latha Ganti, MD, MS, MBA, FACEP
As the newly appointed Editor-in-Chief of EMPulse Magazine, I am deeply honored and humbled to take the helm of this prestigious publication. EMPulse has long stood as a beacon of excellence in emergency medicine in Florida, providing insightful, cutting-edge information to our members. My appointment to this role is not just a personal milestone but also a testament to the trust and confidence placed in me by the FCEP board. In this role, I am committed to upholding the magazine’s legacy while steering it towards new horizons. I am excited to work with my newly appointed editorial committee: Drs. Rajiv Bahl, Shayne Gue, Carmen Martinez, Caroline Molins, and Diana Mora—all rockstars! Over the next two years, my primary goal is to enhance the magazine’s impact and reach within the medical community. A significant part of this endeavor will be to achieve PubMed indexing for EMPulse. PubMed, is a free search engine accessing primarily the MEDLINE database of references and abstracts on life sciences and biomedical topics. Getting EMPulse indexed on PubMed will not only increase our visibility but also affirm the quality and credibility of our content. It also will enhance the “credit” that our members receive for their writing contributions. To achieve this, we will focus on several key areas: 1. Enhancing Scientific Rigor and Quality: PubMed indexing requires adherence to specific scientific and editorial standards. We will ensure that all articles published in EMPulse meet these high standards. This will involve rigorous peer-review processes, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and originality in our content. We will also encourage submissions that contribute significantly to the field of emergency medicine, including original research, comprehensive reviews, and case studies that offer new insights or perspectives. 2. Expanding our Editorial Board and Peer Reviewer Network: To maintain a high standard of review and editorial oversight, we will expand our editorial board to include more experts from diverse sub-specialties within emergency medicine. This expansion will bring in fresh perspectives and expertise, enhancing the overall quality of our content. Additionally, we will develop a robust network of peer reviewers who are leaders in their respective fields, ensuring that our review process is both thorough and fair. 3. Engaging with the Community: Building a strong community around EMPulse is vital. We will engage with our readers and contributors through various channels, including social media, webinars, and conferences. Feedback from our community will be invaluable in shaping the magazine’s direction and ensuring that we remain aligned with the needs and interests of FCEP. 4. Promoting Ethical Standards: Upholding the highest ethical standards in publishing is non-negotiable. We will continue to ensure transparency in our editorial processes, strict adherence to ethical guidelines in research and publication, and a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism and other forms of misconduct. I am excited to embark on this journey with my dedicated editorial committee the support of the FCEP Board. Together, we will work tirelessly to make EMPulse a leading voice in our field, contributing significantly to the advancement of emergency care in Florida and beyond.
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EMpulse Fall/Winter 2023
