Dermatologic Training and Practice in Canada: A Historical Overview

The specialty of dermatology is constantly changing to meet the medical needs of our society. The discipline is in flux because of a variety of factors such as growing population needs, technological advancements, fiscal restraint, and demographic changes. As part of an in-depth review of the specia...

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Published in:Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery 2019-05, Vol.23 (3), p.307-318
Main Authors: Mydlarski, P. Régine, Parsons, Laurie M., Pierscianowski, Tadeusz A., Humphrey, Shannon, Kirchhof, Mark G., Powell, Julie, Rosen, Cheryl F., Huck, Emma, Conway, Josée, Kouri, Adam
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Language:English
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Canada
Dermatology
Dermatology - education
Dermatology - history
Education, Medical - history
History, 20th Century
History, 21st Century
Humans
Medical schools
Practice Patterns, Physicians' - history
Practice Patterns, Physicians' - trends
Specialists
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Summary:The specialty of dermatology is constantly changing to meet the medical needs of our society. The discipline is in flux because of a variety of factors such as growing population needs, technological advancements, fiscal restraint, and demographic changes. As part of an in-depth review of the specialty, the Dermatology Working Group (DWG) for the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada sought to determine whether the current training configuration is suitably preparing graduates to meet the societal health needs of dermatology patients. In this first of a 2-part series, the authors conducted comprehensive literature and historical reviews and a jurisdictional analysis to understand the current state of dermatology practice in Canada. Herein, they explore trends in the dermatology workforce, population needs, accessibility, and wait times, as well as issues in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. In a subsequent publication, the DWG will utilize information gained from this historical analysis and jurisdictional review, stakeholder perspectives, and a national survey to shape the future of dermatology training in Canada.
ISSN:1203-4754
1615-7109
DOI:10.1177/1203475419840630