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General practitioners and pediatric residents acknowledge gaps in their epilepsy knowledge and training. Improving medical education is crucial for better management and attitudes towards people with epilepsy (PWE).

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Neurology
  • General Practice

Background:

  • Epilepsy management requires specialized knowledge often lacking in non-neurologist physicians.
  • General practitioners (GPs) and pediatricians (PDs) play a vital role in the primary care of people with epilepsy (PWE).
  • Understanding the knowledge, practices, and attitudes of these physicians is essential for improving patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the knowledge, management practices, and attitudes of GP and PD residents towards PWE.
  • To identify barriers in managing epilepsy among non-neurologist residents.
  • To assess the impact of medical training on epilepsy care.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study was conducted in three training hospitals.

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  • 31 GP and 47 PD residents participated.
  • Data were collected using self-administered structured questionnaires.

    • Main Results:

    • Residents recognize deficiencies in their epilepsy knowledge and training.
    • A common practice is referring PWE to neurologists.
    • Half of the residents are open to managing PWE after neurologist assessment.
    • Respondents acknowledge societal prejudice against PWE.

    Conclusions:

    • Non-neurologist doctors face barriers in managing PWE, often due to inadequate undergraduate medical training.
    • Both knowledge and attitudes influence patient care, highlighting the need for curriculum enhancement.
    • Addressing these barriers requires integrating comprehensive epilepsy education into undergraduate and continuing medical education.