Nigeria Grapples with Acute Neurosurgeon Shortage, Government Plans Action

Nigeria is facing a critical shortage of neurosurgeons, with only 169 serving 230 million people, prompting the federal government to address the brain health crisis.

23 Jul, 14:57 — 23 Jul, 14:57

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FG moves to tackle brain disorders as Nigeria battles acute shortage of neurosurgeons

…only 169 neurosurgeons serving 230 million Nigerians, Brain and Spine Foundation Founder raises alarm By Joseph Erunke, Abuja Alarm over Nigeria’s worsening brain healthcare crisis took centre stage on Wednesday as experts revealed that only 169 neurosurgeons are available to cater for over 230 million Nigerians, prompting fresh Federal Government measures to strengthen neurological care […] The post FG moves to tackle brain disorders as Nigeria battles acute shortage of neurosurgeons appear...

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