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Yasir Al-Dojaily1, Amor Khachemoune2
1Department of Dermatology, New York Medical College, New York, New York.
Background:
Left-handedness poses unique challenges in surgical education. It is unknown if this impairs training in dermatology.
Objective:
To identify the unique challenges and potential solutions of training left-handed dermatology residents.
Materials And Methods:
A systematic review performed using 2 databases to evaluate the current knowledge on handedness-specific training across all medical specialties.
Results:
Sixty-one articles were included, including one article specific to dermatology. Common pitfalls relevant to dermatologic training included lack of left-handed instruments, limited mentorship, need for technical modifications, and negative perceptions of left-handed trainees. These challenges may be overcome by optimal instrumentation, handedness-specific teaching, simulation training, team communication, and operative positioning.
Conclusion:
The authors propose 7 evidence-based recommendations to promote surgical education for left-handed dermatologists. Future quality-improvement studies are needed to assess the value of handedness-based training initiatives in dermatology.
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