Influence of a publication rotation in a neurology residency program in a developing country

Abstract

Aptitude in research is a prerequisite for anyone pursuing a residency in neurology or, in fact, any specialty. Many world-class centers recruit students for residency or doctoral training based on their research ability. In developing countries, clinical research publication records have often been dismal primarily due to heavy patient loads and a lack of dedicated research time being available to most physicians, even in academic settings.1 The situation is worse in countries with fewer resources.1 The authors thank Dr. Sudesh Prabhakar, Professor and Head, Department of Neurology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, for including the publication rotation in the neurology residency program.