Perceptions of Neurosurgery among Medical Students and Interns: A National Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Neurosurgery is considered one of the most admired surgical specializations. Still, as evidenced by observations over the years, it is not amongst the top choices of medical students in Saudi Arabia. This study will help in understanding the perception and attitudes of medical students and interns toward the neurosurgery specialization, which will aid in developing strategies to increase the interest of undergraduates in neurosurgery specialization and bridge the human resource gap in this vital specialty. Objectives: This study aimed to assess perceptions, attitudes, and gender differences of medical students and interns toward neurosurgery. The influence of demographic factors on perceptions of neurosurgery of interns and senior medical students in Saudi Arabia

SUBMITTER: Alnaami I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9412531 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature