Southern medical journal
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Southern medical journal · Oct 2024
Multicenter StudySkin Biopsies and Diagnostic Outcomes at a Multisite Family Medicine Residency Network.
Physicians other than dermatologists evaluate nearly 60% of all skin diseases, and 22% of these physicians are family physicians. Dermatology education is therefore an important aspect of Family Medicine training. Dermatologic procedural training in Family Medicine residency is not standardized, however, so family physicians graduate with highly variable skills. This study describes the scope and diagnostic outcomes of skin biopsies performed by residents at a multisite Family Medicine residency network in comparison with those performed by attendings at a Family Medicine faculty community practice. ⋯ Family Medicine residents at this residency network receive training in a variety of skin biopsy types. Distinct skin biopsy practices and outcomes between residents and attendings may reflect differences in patient populations, clinical expertise, and dermatology referral patterns.