General neurology: Current challenges and future implications

Bassetti, Claudio Lino Alberto, Accorroni, Alice, Arnesen, Astri, Basri, Hamidon Bin, Berger, Thomas, Berlit, Peter, Boon, Paul, Charway?Felli, Augustina, Kruja, Jera, Lewis, Steven, Markowski, Michael, Medina, Marco Tulio, McCombe, Pamela, Moro, Elena, Ozturk, Serefnur, Smith, Phil ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4250-2562 and Vuletic, Vladimira 2024. General neurology: Current challenges and future implications. European Journal of Neurology 10.1111/ene.16237

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Abstract

Background and purpose In the coming decades, the world will face an increasing burden of neurological disorders (ND) and an urgent need to promote brain health. These challenges contrast with an insufficient neurological workforce in most countries, as well as decreasing numbers of general neurologists and neurologists attracted to work in general neurology (GN). This white paper aims to review the current situation of GN and reflect on its future. Methods The European Academy of Neurology (EAN) task force (TF) met nine times between November 2021 and June 2023. During the 2023 EAN annual meeting, attendees were asked to answer five questions concerning the future of GN. The document was sent for suggestions and eventually approval to the board and the presidents of the 47 national societies of the EAN. Results The TF first identified four relevant current and future challenges related to GN: (i) definition, (ii) practice, (iii) education, and (iv) research. The TF then identified seven initiatives to further develop GN at both the academic and community level. Finally, the TF formulated 16 recommendations to promote GN in the future. Conclusions GN will remain essential in the coming decades to provide rapid, accessible, and comprehensive management of patients with ND that is affordable and cost-effective. There is also a need for research, education, and other initiatives aiming to facilitate improved working conditions, recognition, and prestige for those pursuing a career in GN.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Published Online
Status:	In Press
Schools:	Medicine
Publisher:	Wiley Open Access
ISSN:	1351-5101
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	23 April 2024
Date of Acceptance:	26 January 2024
Last Modified:	26 Apr 2024 11:15
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/168242

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