Confidence of pediatric trainees in dermatologic conditions, preferred learning styles, and suggested improvements to training
Browne, Rachel
Browne, Rachel
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University of Warwick; South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
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2021-01
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Dermatological conditions in children often present initially to general pediatricians. Senior pediatric trainees in the UK were surveyed regarding their experience and confidence in diagnosis and management with skin conditions, and their satisfaction with postgraduate training. Confidence was reasonable in common conditions but lower for emergencies, reflecting a lack of exposure, and satisfaction with training was low. On the job learning and clinic attendance were felt to be most beneficial, alongside learning from specialist review, however dermatologists were not found to be accessible. Informal learning methods are key within postgraduate education and educators must maximise learning opportunities. Dermatologists can play a vital role by encouraging trainees to learn from feedback following specialist review.
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Browne R. Confidence of pediatric trainees in dermatologic conditions, preferred learning styles, and suggested improvements to training. Pediatr Dermatol. 2021 Jan;38(1):309-315. doi: 10.1111/pde.14420. Epub 2020 Oct 24.
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