{"id":"763f7216-b125-4166-980f-b7114bfd7ff7","slug":"a-step-in-the-right-direction-with-an-eye-on-readers-preference","title":"A step in the right direction: With an eye on readers’ preference","authors":["Konstantin V. Slavin","Nancy E. Epstein","James I. Ausman"],"abstract":"Background: Surgical Neurology, founded by Dr. Paul Bucy in the early 1970s, was a pioneer in addressing the needs of its readership, focusing on critical thinking and open discussions of controversial topics. The journal's popularity among neurosurgeons stemmed from its frank editorials and unique features, such as the inclusion of comments from reviewers and section editors. Summary: An informal survey revealed that readers typically do not read the journal cover to cover; instead, they focus on the table of contents, editorials, and comments at the end of each paper. To enhance reader engagement and provide expert insights, the journal will begin including invited comments with published papers, ensuring they are accessible in both online and downloadable formats. Conclusion: The introduction of invited comments represents a step towards creating a more interactive reading experience for neurosurgeons. The journal plans to implement additional features in the future, aiming to enhance the overall engagement and utility of the publication for its readers. Keywords: Surgical Neurology, editorial, reader engagement, peer review, interactive experience, neurosurgery, comments, open access","thumbnailUrl":"https://sni-digital-videos.s3.amazonaws.com/placeholders/specialty/socio-economics-politics-and-medicine.png","publishDate":"2022-09-23T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.25259/SNI_785_2022","categories":["Socio-Economics, Politics, and Medicine","Editorial"],"fullTextUrl":"https://surgicalneurologyint.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/11889/SNI-13-429.pdf"}