Family Medicine Residents’ Knowledge of Botox and Dermal Fillers in The Joint Program for Postgraduate Studies in Family Medicine, Jeddah, 2018
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 6
Abstract
Introduction: In the current world, the aesthetic dermatology has become a critical branch in the health industry. Knowledge of Botox helps health professional to add to the existing ethical and policies that guide aesthetic practice. The knowledge is essential in assisting the dermatologists to incorporate the practice of medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology as well as dermatosurgery. Besides, knowledge on Botox is vital towards general practitioners in that the current generation is seeking a refreshed and youthful outlook. The study is aimed to evaluate the knowledge of family medicine residents in the joint program for postgraduate studies of family medicine in Jeddah toward Botox and dermal fillers subject, aiming to improve the quality of family physicians services provided to the patients. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among family medicine residents in the joint program, Jeddah. All residents in all training years, regardless of sponsorships, nationality were invited to participate in the study. In order to measure the level of family medicine residents' knowledge, the knowledge about the Botox and dermal fillers was divided into different domains; each domain includes some items, and each item scored either one for the correct answer and 0 for the incorrect answer. Scores of all items were added to come up with a score that measures the general knowledge for each resident. Results: Although residents had a high rate of correct responses for some approved therapeutic uses of Botox such as overactive bladder (82.3%), blepharospasm and strabismus (53.8%), and chronic migraine (59.2), a low rate of incorrect responses was also documented for other conditions where Botox was or was not approved for use. Nevertheless, most of our respondents appeared to be more informed that Botox was not indicated for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women, with questions receiving > 50% correct responses. Of note, our residents appeared to be knowledgeable about the usage precautions of Botox, with 77.7% correctly responding to the questions assessing their knowledge on this topic, but most questions on the treatment-related side effects of Botox received < 50% of correct answers. Conclusion: Family medicine residents should also be encouraged to seek more knowledge by attending workshops and lectures on cosmetic dermatology. Finally, there may be a need to review the family medicine curriculum with regard to the teaching of core dermatology subjects that may benefit family medicine residents and, by proxy, their patients.
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Ahood K Alhomedi, Jawaher Alahmadi
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