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This research aims to evaluate the representation of skin of colour in dermatology education and its impact on diagnostic practices.

May 9, 2026Open Access

Skin of Colour representation in a Swiss undergraduate dermatology curriculum: Gap analysis and action plan

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This research aims to evaluate the representation of skin of colour in dermatology education and its impact on diagnostic practices.
Conducted a gap analysis of the existing dermatology curriculum in Switzerland.
Assessed the inclusivity of teaching materials regarding skin conditions in individuals with darker skin tones.
Developed an action plan to enhance educational resources and training for better representation.
Found significant deficiencies in the curriculum regarding skin of colour representation.
Identified potential impacts on diagnostic accuracy and health equity in clinical practice.
Recommended targeted improvements to educational resources for dermatology students.

Abstract

Background: There is increasing international concern that dermatology teaching materials insufficiently represent conditions as they present in individuals with darker skin tones (“Skin of Colour”, SoC), potentially contributing to diagnostic uncertainty and health inequities. While this for full text, please go to the a.m. URL

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