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Learning dermatology on a dermatology elective.

E F Sherertz1

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103.

International Journal of Dermatology
|June 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This study shows a 4-week dermatology elective significantly improved dermatologic recognition skills for both medical students and residents. Pre- and post-tests assessed knowledge gains in common skin conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Dermatology Training
  • Clinical Skills Assessment

Background:

  • Dermatology rotations are crucial for medical trainees.
  • Assessing the effectiveness of elective dermatology programs is important for curriculum development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of a 4-week dermatology elective on the diagnostic skills of internal medicine residents and fourth-year medical students.
  • To assess the utility of pre- and post-testing for measuring knowledge acquisition in dermatology.

Main Methods:

  • A 20-item case example slide test was administered as a pre-test and post-test.
  • The study included 12 internal medicine residents and 41 fourth-year medical students.
  • Performance was compared between the two groups and within groups from pre- to post-test.

Main Results:

  • Initial performance was similar, with residents scoring 48% and students 46% on the pre-test.
  • Significant improvement was observed post-elective: residents achieved 87% and students 82%.
  • No significant difference in improvement was noted between residents and students.

Conclusions:

  • A 4-week dermatology elective effectively enhances dermatologic recognition skills.
  • Clinical pre- and post-tests provide a useful method for assessing knowledge gained during dermatology electives.
  • Findings can inform the modification of dermatology teaching programs for educators.

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