Israeli pediatricians' confidence level in diagnosing and treating children with skin disorders: a cross-sectional questionnaire pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pediatricians daily see large numbers of patients with skin disorders. However, they encounter limited guidance as a result of a marked deficiency in pediatric dermatologists. Hence, reevaluation of training opportunities during pediatric residency has become essential. Our aim was to evaluate the confidence level of pediatric residents and specialists in diagnosing and treating skin disorders in children and to determine career and training-related characteristics that influence it.

Methods

Conducted as a cross-sectional study, we administered a questionnaire to 171 pediatricians across Israel. We assessed respondents' self-efficacy about their ability to diagnose and treat skin disorders and collected data regarding their previous dermatology training and prefer

SUBMITTER: Andre N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10548117 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature