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06/01/26

“I didn’t know, I definitely guessed.” Exploring pre-registration podiatry students’ approach to identifying dermatological conditions in different skin tones, a mixed methods study.

Otter, Simon; Funnell, Faye; Sykes, Alex; Ewins-Strowger, Kerry; Hemming, Nadine; Whitham, Deborah. J Foot Ankle Res.

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Summary

People of color face higher rates of delayed or incorrect dermatologic diagnoses, worsening health inequalities. This UK mixed-methods study of podiatry students found low confidence in diagnosing dermatological conditions, especially on dark skin tones. It highlights educational gaps in podiatry education, addressing a critical research need at the intersection of training and health equity.
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Otter S, Funnell F, Sykes A, et al. “I didn’t know, I definitely guessed.” Exploring pre-registration podiatry students’ approach to identifying dermatological conditions in different skin tones, a mixed methods study. J Foot Ankle Res. 2026;19(2):e70144.