With all the best intentions, undertakings in global neurology can include assumptions and biases that lead to unforeseen negative consequences. Sharp Waves spoke with Drs. Melody Asukile and Deanna Saylor about their recent article on the perils and pitfalls of global neurology. They discussed specific examples of some of these unforeseen consequences and talked about the ingredients for productive, ethical, and sustainable global neurology initiatives.

Resources:
Asukile M et al. The Perils and Pitfalls of Global Engagement (JAMA Neurology)

Global Neurology: Advancing Neurological Care Worldwide (YouTube)

DiBiase R et al. Evaluation of Three Cohorts of the First Neurology Postgraduate Training Program in Zambia (P4-8.001) (Neurology)

Zambia League Against Epilepsy

Epilepsy care in Zambia: “Now that we have neurologists, we will have a voice” (ILAE Sharp Waves episode)

Intersectoral global action plan on epilepsy and other neurological disorders (World Health Organization)

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