Educational Value of a Medical Student–Led Head and Neck Cancer Screening Event

Freiser, Monika E.; Desai, Dipan D.; Azcarate, Patrick M.; Szczupak, Mikhaylo; Cohen, Erin R.; Raffa, Francesca; George, Joshua S.; Lo, Kaming; Nayak, Chetan S.; Weed, Donald T.; Sargi, Zoukaa

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“…Recent studies in America showed poor baseline knowledge among medical students, with only 18 to 59% and 44 to 67% correctly identifying alcohol consumption and tobacco as risk factors for oral cancer. Less than a quarter (24%) of the medical students correctly identified HPV as a potential risk factor [27, 34]. The results from the Dutch dental students did not corroborate this knowledge deficit: 100, 88, and 64% named tobacco, alcohol, and HPV as risk factors for oral cancer.…”

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“…In America, 66% of medical schools do not include screening for head and neck cancer in their curricula. Even when students learn to perform this screening, the quality of this teaching is inconsistent [27]. It is likely that this contributes to the fact that 47% of medical students in America reported feeling ‘not very confident’ or less in examining the oral cavity for oral cancer [27].…”

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“…It also explains why a large majority of dental students (89%) suggested inclusion of more clinical training in screening for oral cancer in their curriculum. Education which contains discussions on HPV and clinical training by experienced dentists or oral surgeons has shown to be effective [27]. These educational methods have also been successful in educating dental students on the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) [35].…”

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“…Screening has been shown to be an effective and cost-effective way of improving early detection [26]. However, over 60% of oral cancers are diagnosed late, and many medical students report a lack of confidence in screening head and neck for cancer [27].…”

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Prevention of HPV-Related Oral Cancer by Dentists: Assessing the Opinion of Dutch Dental Students

Poelman¹,

Brand

Forouzanfar

et al. 2017

J Canc Educ

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The aim of this study is to assess dental students' opinions of the dentists' role in primary prevention of human papillomavirus (HPV)-related oral cancer using a crosssectional web-based survey. A questionnaire, containing questions about knowledge of HPV and oral cancer, confidence in head and neck examination and role of the dentist in preventing HPV-related oral cancer, was sent to all students of the Academic Centre of Dentistry Amsterdam (n = 912). One hundred and twenty-six (n = 126) students completed the questionnaire. Significantly, more master students (75%) than bachelor students (54.3%) were aware that HPV is a causative factor for oral cancer. Master students had more knowledge of HPV than bachelor students, but knowledge about HPV vaccination was irrespective of the study phase. The majority of dental students agreed that it is important to discuss HPV vaccination with patients. Eighty-nine percent of the students think that more education about symptoms of oral cancer will increase screening for oral cancer. Development of a protocol for screening in dental practices was considered even more important. According to dental students, dentists should discuss HPV as a risk factor for oral cancer with patients. Future dentists are willing to be involved in both primary and secondary prevention of HPV-related oral cancer. Therefore, screening for oral cancer and education about HPV vaccination should be integral elements of the dental curriculum.

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Prevention of HPV-Related Oral Cancer by Dentists: Assessing the Opinion of Dutch Dental Students

Poelman¹,

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Forouzanfar

et al. 2017

J Canc Educ

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“…This was especially true in studentled outpatient clinics, with individuals reporting improved clinical skills, long term knowledge retention, and improved interest in pursuing oncology. 48,49 No compromise in patient care was reported in these cases. 50 This was not seen with simple observation of similar experiences or with non-repetitive and short term practice.…”

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<p>A Thorough Analysis of the Current State of Cancer Education in Medical Schools and Application of Experimental Teaching Techniques and Their Efficacy</p>

Klufas¹,

Shin²,

Raphael³

et al. 2020

AMEP

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Newly diagnosed cases of cancer are expected to double by the year 2040. Although many different oncology teaching initiatives have been implemented, many students continue to report uncertainty when dealing with patients with cancer. Through this review, we aim to find the most effective teaching methods to better prepare future physicians. Papers studying different methods of teaching oncology were identified through a thorough review of specific electronic databases. Each study was analyzed and sorted into one of ten unique categories created by the authors specifically for this review. If portions of the study fit into multiple categories, relevant results would be analyzed in all applicable areas. Additionally, papers were separated and analyzed by country of origin, preclinical or clinical interventional basis, and quantitative versus qualitative form of statistical analysis. A total of 115 papers from 26 different countries and regions were included in the final analysis. 91.4% of papers analyzing Lecture and Small Group Discussions indicated a positive impact. 97.1% of papers analyzing Clinical Practice and Simulation indicated a positive impact. 100% of papers analyzing Early Experience and Mentorship, Summer Programs and Voluntary Electives, use of Multidisciplinary Teams, and Role Play stated that these methods had a positive impact. 50% of papers analyzing Computer/Web Based Programs indicated a positive impact. Clinical Practice and Simulation, Role Play, Summer/Elective Programs and interventions involving Multidisciplinary Team Work all appeared to be most effective. Intensive Block Programs, Didactic Lectures/Small Group Discussions, and Computer/Web Based Education tools as a whole were variable. General Review papers showed continued variability in domestic and international oncology curricula. Incorporation of effective teaching interventions should be highly considered in the future creation of standardized oncology curricula in order to best prepare the next generation of physicians. Future studies could explore the differing efficacies of teaching interventions in the postgraduate versus graduate realms.

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Are medical students confident in assessing the patient presenting with a neck lump?

Rehman

Sarwar

Perwaiz

et al. 2022

British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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Educational Value of a Medical Student–Led Head and Neck Cancer Screening Event

Abstract: Volunteer participation in a HNC screening program improves medical students' knowledge of HNC risk factors and symptoms. This innovative approach to students' education via participation and organization of screening events is a useful method of improving their HNC knowledge.

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Prevention of HPV-Related Oral Cancer by Dentists: Assessing the Opinion of Dutch Dental Students

Prevention of HPV-Related Oral Cancer by Dentists: Assessing the Opinion of Dutch Dental Students

<p>A Thorough Analysis of the Current State of Cancer Education in Medical Schools and Application of Experimental Teaching Techniques and Their Efficacy</p>

Are medical students confident in assessing the patient presenting with a neck lump?

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