An Overview of Global Neurosurgery Research in the United States: Identifying Gaps and Potential Areas for Growth - Takeaways - MDSpire

An Overview of Global Neurosurgery Research in the United States: Identifying Gaps and Potential Areas for Growth

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  • Tirone Young

  • Sophie Epstein

  • Mehek Dedhia

  • Rahul Raj

  • Olufisayo Atanda-Ogunleye

  • Isabelle M. Germano

  • March 24, 2026

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    Global neurosurgery aims to address inequities in neurosurgical care and training, impacting health outcomes worldwide.

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    U.S. institutions increasingly support neurosurgical development in low- and middle-income countries through various collaborative efforts.

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    The study analyzes U.S.-affiliated global neurosurgery publications to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

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    A scoping review was conducted to evaluate contributions from U.S. authors to global neurosurgery literature from 2014 to 2025.

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    Findings will inform strategies to enhance equitable neurosurgical care and strengthen health infrastructure globally.

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