Inibehe Ime Okon

Université Officielle de Bukavu, Babcock University

Papers

2

Total Citations

18

H-Index

2

About

Inibehe Ime Okon is a rising voice in neurosurgery, blending clinical scholarship with a deep commitment to global health equity. His primary research areas center on cranial nerve disorders and the advancement of neurosurgical training in resource-limited settings. Okon’s major contribution is his comprehensive review, “Microvascular Decompression: A Contemporary Update” (2025), which has already garnered 16 citations—a strong early impact. This work synthesizes historical milestones with modern innovations in treating trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, and glossopharyngeal neuralgia, serving as a vital resource for surgeons and trainees. Beyond clinical excellence, Okon addresses systemic challenges in “Strengthening Neurosurgical Training Programs in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Medical Student’s Perspective” (2024). This perspective piece highlights critical gaps in infrastructure, mentorship, and curriculum, offering actionable insights to build sustainable neurosurgical capacity. By advocating from a trainee’s viewpoint, Okon brings authenticity and urgency to the conversation. His work demonstrates that impactful research can emerge early in a career, bridging technical mastery with social responsibility. For students and researchers, Okon exemplifies how to combine rigorous clinical analysis with a vision for global neurosurgical equity.

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H-Index
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Papers
18
Total Citations
9
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Microvascular decompression: a contemporary update
16 citations · 2025
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2025 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 34
🏛 Institutions: Université Officielle de Bukavu, Babcock University

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