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The author discusses the influence of the "British Journal of Surgery" (BJS) on the surgical practice in Great Britain as the journal celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2012. He highlights the journal's influence on the management of military injuries and other changes that it brought in surgical practice over 100 years. He also notes how the evolution of surgical journalism placed greater emphasis on meta-analyses, randomized controlled trials, and systematic reviews.

The article offers information on several issues related to medical conditions. It discusses the report by the association of surgeons in Great Britain regarding the connection of bariatric surgery in diabetes. It presents a study on the role of steroids in treating trauma and in reducing hospital acquired pneumonia. It also mentions the effects of social networking on the communication between doctors.