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Abstract Objectives: 1.) Offer an educational experience for medical trainees and patients through Fourth Street Clinic’s (4SC) skin cancer screening (SCS) events 2.) Expand the Department of Dermatology’s free eConsult service to 4SC while educating providers on dermatological conditions Background: Dermatologic care is limited in rural and urban-underserved areas, causing disparities in patient outcomes. 4SC …

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Abstract Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of the Mentor Connection platform at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine (SFESOM) in supporting students with diverse identities and identify strategies for improving mentorship in medical education. Background: Mentorship provides critical support for medical students. Most mentorship programs fail to account for the diverse identities of their …

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Abstract Authors: Yingri Li1, Zachary J Moore1, Adam Katz1 Affiliations: 1Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah, Midvale Community Building Community Clinic Objective/Purpose: Quantify the effect of the new Mission-Driven (MD) curriculum on MS1 clinical training through involvement in student-led clinics compared to the Legacy curriculum. Background & Rationale: The new …

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Abstract Objective: EM LEADS prepares medical students to succeed during their EM clerkship, sub-internship, residency, and beyond. It serves as a platform to develop leadership skills, connect with faculty, engage in research, and mentor peers. Background: The School of Medicine has a required EM clerkship but limited early opportunities for building EM skills1, inspiring the …

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Abstract Purpose: 1. Describe the Safe Zone LGBTQ+ identity curriculum implemented at SFESOM 2. Discuss data collection for program evaluation and improvement Background and rationale:  Safe Zone is a national education framework on LGBTQ+ identity, sexuality, and gender. In partnership with OHEDI, this curriculum has been adapted into interactive sessions that guide students to examine …

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Abstract Objective: This initiative standardizes the medical student precepting practice among residents in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Utah, enhancing their proficiency and comfort as medical educators. We aim to provide a consistent, comprehensive educational experience for medical students. Background: In our department, ensuring uniform educational experiences for medical …

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Objective: This project aims to evaluate areas for improvement in the informed consent process for peripheral nerve blocks (PNB) performed by the department of anesthesiology faculty and residents. Background and Rationale: Ideal informed consent for PNBs should occur in the pre-operative period prior to the administration of sedating medications and general anesthesia while patients have …

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Abstract Purpose: This interdisciplinary educational training program empowers health professions learners (students and trainees) to confidently conduct comprehensive skin exams, utilize dermoscopy, and perform biopsies, to improve earlier melanoma detection in veterans. Background: Within the George E Wahlen Veteran Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Salt Lake City, UT predominantly Caucasian males aged 65+ represent a …

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Abstract Purpose: This study evaluates knowledge gaps in dermatology among Clinical Officers in Uganda and the effectiveness of Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) as an educational intervention. Background: The University of Utah partners with Ugandan organizations to train and support primary care providers in dermatology through monthly, interactive, case-based discussions. Methods: The effectiveness …

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Abstract Objective: To improve pediatrics intern comfort with primary care mental health concerns through peer-led mental health integration (MHI) education. Background: Although pediatricians often provide mental health care for children, 65% of those surveyed by the American Academy of Pediatrics in 2013 felt underprepared to do so. Triple Board (TB; pediatrics, adult psychiatry, child/adolescent psychiatry) …

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