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Pediatric Dermatology in Canada: A Broad Review of Population Needs, Workforce and Training With Proposed Solutions.

Elena PopeIrene Lara-CorralesWingfield RehmusMichele L RamienShanna SpringCatherine McCuaigLoretta FiorilloCathryn SibbaldJames Bergman
Published in: Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery (2023)
There is a high and growing need for pediatric dermatology specialty care in a diverse range of settings. The current provider population and training programs are insufficient to meet current and future demands. We highlighted solutions to close this gap between supply and demand including increased double board certification in Pediatrics and Dermatology, a protected pediatric stream within existing Dermatology residency training programs and accredited fellowships in Pediatric Dermatology for both dermatologists and pediatricians.
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