ALES magazine focuses on the publication of high-quality advanced research, bringing together experts and scholars from around the world to exchange and share their experiences and research results. The editor in chief of the magazine is jointly appointed by Professor Zheng Minhua from the Department of General Surgery at Ruijin Hospital and Professor Abe Fingerhut, former president of the European Association of Endoscopic Surgeons. The editorial team consists of 68 experts from 17 countries.

As a professional journal in the fields of laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery, ALES covers a wide range of topics from basic to clinical, including but not limited to minimally invasive surgical techniques, patient treatment outcomes, surgical safety, and education. It provides a place for doctors, researchers, and medical students to learn and communicate, as well as a platform for sharing innovative technologies and surgical methods. The magazine encourages authors to submit various types of manuscripts, including high-quality research, clinical trial reports, technical reports, review articles, video clips, editorial letters, etc. These contents not only help improve the skills of surgeons, but also help patients understand the latest developments in laparoscopic surgery.