An editor's perspective of the future for peer-reviewed traditional surgical journals.

In the opinion of the Journal's Editor, the future of peer-reviewed surgical journals is promising. Although problems remain to be solved, including the loss of advertising revenues, the reduction of available research funds, and the potential for duplication of information, the energy and commitment of editorial board members, reviewers, surgical practitioners, and readers will continue to have a positive impact and will ensure the survival of the traditional surgical journal into the next century.