The Importance of Service Learning in Dermatology Residency: An Actionable Approach to Improve Resident Education and Skin Health Equity.
- Resource Type
- Academic Journal
- Authors
- Humphrey, Victoria S.; James, Alaina J.
- Source
- Cutis; Mar2021, Vol. 107 Issue 3, p120-122, 3p
- Subject
- SERVICE learning
DERMATOLOGY
SKIN cancer
MEDICAL care
PHYSICIAN practice patterns
- Language
- ISSN
- 00114162
The article presents the discussion on the importance of Service Learning in Dermatology. Topics include community service activities such as free skin cancer screenings, partnerships with community practices, and teledermatology consultations through free clinics; expanding service-learning opportunities in dermatology residency training and increasing health care equity in dermatology; and enhancing the standard residency curriculum by promoting clinical practice resourcefulness.