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  • Medical Education
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

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  • Leprosy endemicity is declining globally, raising concerns about maintaining specialized knowledge.
  • Addressing leprosy solely in primary care overlooks the disease's complexity and requires integrated health system approaches.
  • Training healthcare professionals across various levels is a significant challenge in leprosy control.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing educational experiences in leprosy for both undergraduate health science students and practicing healthcare professionals.
  • To identify effective strategies for teaching leprosy and fostering expertise in patient care.
  • To emphasize the dermatologist's role in leprosy control, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing professional education.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of undergraduate courses and professional training programs focused on leprosy.
  • Analysis of educational content and methodologies used in leprosy teaching.
  • Identification of key competencies and roles for healthcare professionals in leprosy management.

Main Results:

  • Varied approaches to leprosy education exist in undergraduate and professional training.
  • Dermatologists play a pivotal role in leprosy diagnosis, treatment, and control program management.
  • Continuous education is vital for updating healthcare professionals on leprosy management.

Conclusions:

  • Integrated training programs are necessary to sustain leprosy expertise across all healthcare levels.
  • Dermatologists are central to effective leprosy control, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • Enhancing leprosy education is critical for future patient care and disease eradication efforts.