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Cadaveric Simulation For Improving Surgical Training In Dermatology., Ezra Hazan, Richard Torbeck, Deirdre Connolly, Jordan V. Wang, Thomas Griffin, Matthew Keller, Joshua Trufant
Cadaveric Simulation For Improving Surgical Training In Dermatology., Ezra Hazan, Richard Torbeck, Deirdre Connolly, Jordan V. Wang, Thomas Griffin, Matthew Keller, Joshua Trufant
Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology Faculty Papers
Simulation models are rapidly changing medical education, especially the training of dermatology residents. Various models are available, including cadaveric simulations. Our study evaluates the impact of a cadaveric simulation on the training of dermatology residents. Over a period of three years, cadaveric simulation was shown to increase the surgical knowledge of residents. Residents were more confident in their knowledge of surgical anatomy and also surgical skills. Cadaveric simulation may offer a positive impact on resident training in dermatology.
Modernizing Dermatology Interest Groups In Medical School: Certificate Programs, Jordan Wang, Dorota Z. Korta, Matthew Keller
Modernizing Dermatology Interest Groups In Medical School: Certificate Programs, Jordan Wang, Dorota Z. Korta, Matthew Keller
Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology Faculty Papers
This commentary addresses the increasingly competitive nature of applying to dermatology residency programs and how both interest groups in medical schools and their dermatology departments can help to better prepare applicants. As previous literature argued that dermatology has been underemphasized in medical school curricula, we propose five fundamental options that interest groups can implement in order to offer increased exposure to our field in medical training. Furthermore, with the recent trend of many schools conferring certificates in various specialized concentrations, we also discuss interest groups pioneering certificate-granting programs in dermatology competency. The pros and cons of having a recognized certificate …