{"id":"d13b0dd9-3652-41af-9a23-fc9d54b4e643","slug":"comment-regarding-the-article-comparative-metrics-of-neurosurgical-scientific-journals-what-do-they-mean-to-readers","title":"Comment regarding the article “Comparative metrics of neurosurgical scientific journals: What do they mean to readers?”","authors":["Ali Akhaddar"],"abstract":"Background: The article by James Ausman discusses the comparative metrics of neurosurgical scientific journals, highlighting the importance of bibliometrics in understanding scientific activity. It emphasizes that bibliometric methods can yield misleading conclusions if based on only one or two measures, advocating for a multifaceted approach to evaluating journal influence. Summary: The author of this letter commends Ausman et al. for addressing the rarely discussed topic of journal metrics and suggests additional measures for evaluation, such as journal acceptance rates and various altmetrics. The letter also points out the challenges faced by authors in developing countries regarding access to scientific literature and the rise of predatory journals. Conclusion: The author concludes that enhancing the culture of medical writing and publication among young neurosurgeons will improve scientific quality and patient care. There is a call for better training in medical writing and support for authors from developing countries to ensure equitable access to publishing opportunities. Keywords: bibliometrics, neurosurgery, scientific journals, publication ethics, predatory journals, medical writing, developing countries","thumbnailUrl":"https://sni-digital-videos.s3.amazonaws.com/placeholders/specialty/neurovascular.png","publishDate":"2020-09-05T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.25259/SNI_453_2020","categories":["Neurovascular","Letter to the Editor"],"fullTextUrl":"https://surgicalneurologyint.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/10244/SNI-11-273.pdf"}