Relative Citation Ratios of Global Surgery, Obstetrics, Trauma, and Anesthesia: Implications and Lessons for Global Neurosurgery.

We observed strong development of global neurosurgery and SOTA research. Overall, the use of the RCR will facilitate standardized interfield and intrafield academic productivity comparisons. Based on the results presented in this study, global neurosurgery is a promising career route for young and aspiring academic neurosurgeons.