Assessing gaps in predoctoral dental curriculum for LGBTQ+ specific content.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite growing recognition of health disparities faced by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or Questioning) (LGBTQ+) population, significant gaps remain for inclusion of LGBTQ+ content in health professions education, particularly dental curricula. This study aims to address these gaps by investigating the integration of LGBTQ+ content in a midwestern dental school curriculum.

Methods

Curriculum mapping and focus group discussions were utilized to identify gaps and recommend integrating LGBTQ+ content into a predoctoral dental curriculum. The Doctor of Dental Surgery program was mapped to identify LGBTQ+ specific content relevant to cultural competency. A focus group of nine faculty members provided insights and recommendations, with data transcribe

SUBMITTER: Tamayo-Cabeza G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11903936 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature