Research Practices and Needs Among Spine Surgeons Worldwide.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Resource allocation to research activities is challenging and there is limited evidence to justify decisions. Members of AO Spine were surveyed to understand the research practices and needs of spine surgeons worldwide.

Methods

An 84-item survey was distributed to the AO Spine community in September of 2020. Respondent demographics and insights regarding research registries, training and education, mentorship, grants and financial support, and future directions were collected. Responses were anonymous and compared among regions.

Results

A total of 333 spine surgeons representing all geographic regions responded; 52.3% were affiliated with an academic/university hospital, 91.0% conducted clinical research, and 60.9% had 5+ years of research experience. There

SUBMITTER: Germscheid N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10556911 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature