Greetings. I am Prof. Chung-Kee Chough at Catholic University of Korea, the newly appointed 28th president of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society. Our society, which began as the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Research Society in 1987, has grown into a globally recognized academic organization through the outstanding guidance and dedications of our teachers and senior members. In 2023, we successfully hosted an independent international academic conference. While it is a great personal honor to assume the role of president of such a distinguished society, I also feel a profound sense of responsibility. I will strive to match the achievements and contributions made by my esteemed predecessors.

First and foremost, I will do my utmost to continue the academic accomplishments and progress we have achieved thus far. To this end, I will make thorough preparations to build on the success of the inaugural independent international academic conference, Neuro Spine Congress 2023. Additionally, I will provide full support for the maintenance and development of the Neurospine Journal, which has already rapidly grown into a globally renowned journal in the field of spinal surgery.

Secondly, I will establish education and certification programs, as well as an organization befitting the stature of our society today. I will create opportunities for both domestic and international spine surgeons to participate, encouraging their involvement to advance the globalization of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society.

Thirdly, today's Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society is a vast and diverse organization. Recognizing the importance of respecting and maintaining this diversity, I believe it is crucial to mediate mutual understanding and facilitate organic integration in the face of conflicts. I will make efforts towards this end.

I will do my best to ensure that today's achievements in Korean Spinal Neurosurgery, realized by our mentors and senior members, do not go unnoticed. I ask for your love, interest, and participation. Thank you.

October 2023
Chung Kee Chough,
President
Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society