Journal of the Academy of Health Science Educators: A Pre-Print Repository
Title: Promoting Skin Protection through Dermatology Outreach Booths at Community Health FairsAuthors: Annabelle Huntsman, Justin Lyon, Adriene Pavek, Bethany K. H. Lewis, MD, MPHDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with basal cell carcinoma being the most prevalent, followed by squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Among these, melanoma has …
Title: Enhancing Early Detection: A Community-Based Skin Cancer Screening Initiative at the Fourth Street ClinicAuthors: Justin Lyon, Addy Kirkham, Adriene Pavek, Bethany K. H. Lewis MD, PhDDate: 1/27/2025Abstract: Non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC), including basal and squamous cell carcinoma, are the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States, with approximately 5.4 million cases diagnosed annually. …
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 …
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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Title: Increasing Underserved Populations’ Access to Dermatological Care: Fourth Street Clinic’s Annual Skin Cancer Screening and Expanding the U of U’s Dermatology EConsult ServiceAuthors: Adriene Pavek, Emma Singleton, Jordan Bormann, Bethany K. H. LewisBrief Description: The Fourth Street Clinic (4SC) hosts monthly student-led dermatology clinics for homeless individuals and has collaborated with the University of …
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