Assessing educational needs of sickle cell anemia healthcare providers in sub-Saharan Africa and the Caribbean.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Sickle cell anemia (SCA) causes childhood morbidity and mortality in resource-limited settings. Identifying educational needs of healthcare providers allows implementation of targeted programs using evidence-based methods.

Methods

Qualitative data using semi-structured online interviews and surveys were collected from sites across eight countries. Interviews were recorded, transcribed, and coded for thematic analysis.

Results

Eighteen healthcare providers (50% female) from six countries in Africa and the Caribbean were recruited. Four overarching themes emerged: (1) few training opportunities; (2) personal payment for training; (3) busy clinic schedules, so training must occur on personal time; and (4) travel constraints for attending conferences. All parti

SUBMITTER: Latham TS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12756480 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature