I am sincerely grateful to all members for electing me as president during this crucial time when we must navigate the challenging medical environment.

Since its founding in 1993, our society has made remarkable progress. Last year, we celebrated our 30th anniversary by successfully hosting an international conference, marking a significant milestone. I deeply appreciate the efforts of past presidents, officers, and all of you present here, which fills me with gratitude and a profound sense of responsibility as the new president.

Our society takes great pride in the academic achievements made by our predecessors and in the active communication and healthy competition among members, which have contributed to our academic standing and capabilities. As the new president, I will strive to elevate our society to greater heights, aiming for a broader and more influential presence both domestically and internationally. Over the next two years, my goal is not only to effectively lead our society during my term but also to contribute to its future growth.

First, I plan to strengthen our network with related societies. As you know, we have maintained extensive exchanges with the Medical Genetics Society, the Epilepsy Society, the Neonatal Screening Society, the Korean Genome Society, the Pediatric Rehabilitation Society, and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Society. I will initiate multidisciplinary conferences to integrate shared academic themes rather than continuing bilateral exchanges.

Second, I aim to enhance the capabilities of our young researchers through international exchanges. We will start small but meaningful joint meetings between young pediatric neurology fellows and researchers from Korea and countries like Japan, Taiwan, and Thailand.

Third, I will solidify our international leadership. Within our society, we have many experts and researchers in fields such as epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, autoimmune encephalitis, and genomic medicine. This year, Korea will host international conferences such as the Undiagnosed Diseases Network International and the East Asian Genetics Conference. We will use these opportunities to showcase our achievements in pediatric neurology and strengthen our international leadership.

Fourth, I intend to improve our administrative organization. By enhancing our staffing and facilities to professionally handle administrative and regular tasks, we aim to establish a more sustainable administrative system. This will minimize unnecessary administrative burdens on our society's leadership, allowing us to focus on advancing our academic mission and benefiting our members.

Dear members, I am committed to working for the future of the Korean Child Neurology Society over the next two years. I believe that the challenges we face in pediatric and adolescent medicine can be overcome not by increasing the number of doctors and experts, but through trust and cooperation among us. I ask for your continued interest, encouragement, and constructive feedback.

Thank you.

June 2024