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Jordan T Hyde1, John C Trinidad1, Kathryn T Shahwan1
1Drs. Hyde, Trinidad, Shahwan, and Carr are from the Division of Dermatology, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus. Dr. Nguyen is from the Department of Dermatology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Yeung is from the Department of Dermatology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia, and Regional Telehealth Service, Veterans Integrated Service Network 7, Decatur, Georgia.
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|November 29, 2022
Summary
Dermatology residents report insufficient training in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) health, leading to feelings of unpreparedness. Most residents desire enhanced education to better serve this diverse patient population.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Dermatology
- Public Health
Background:
- The lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) population faces significant healthcare disparities.
- Dermatologists can play a crucial role in addressing the health needs of the LGBT community.
- Current dermatology residency curricula often lack comprehensive education on LGBT health topics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the current state of LGBT health education within US dermatology residency programs.
- To assess dermatology residents' perceived preparedness to care for LGBT patients.
- To identify residents' desire for increased training in LGBT health.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was administered to current US dermatology residents.
- Distribution channels included program listserves and social media groups.
- Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and a Kruskal-Wallis rank test (n=114).
Main Results:
- A significant proportion of dermatology residents feel inadequately trained in LGBT health.
- Residents reported a lack of preparedness to provide care for LGBT individuals.
- The majority of surveyed residents expressed a strong desire for more comprehensive training.
Conclusions:
- Dermatology residency programs require improvement in delivering LGBT health education.
- Enhanced training is essential to equip future dermatologists to address LGBT health disparities.
- Further research is needed to develop effective strategies for integrating LGBT health into residency curricula.
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