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Healthcare professionals’ confidence in recognizing different skin conditions presented in primary care: a cross-sectional survey

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: In a cross-sectional survey to determine healthcare professionals’ confidence in recognizing different skin conditions that present in primary care, a total of 209 clinicians responded: 45% were general practitioners and 55% other clinicians. Confidence was highest for acne, eczema, urticaria and psoriasis. Lowest confidence was reported for pemphigus vulgaris, lichen planus, bullous pemphigoid and discoid lupus. Most (93%) healthcare professionals reported a need for further support, particularly in lesion recognition, skin of colour and dermoscopy. Free-text responses highlighted difficulties in recognizing skin cancers and atypical rashes and limited access to advice and guidance services.

Source: Clinical and Experimental Dermatology

DOI: 10.1093/ced/llag214

Authors: Chandhini Suresh, Hannah E Wainman, Hywel C Williams, Philippa Bowes, Ramyya Sivanathan, Julian Peace, Sonia Gran

Institutions: Pilgrim Hospital, United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Bristol Royal Infirmary, University of Bristol, University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, University of Nottingham, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Language: English

Topic: Dermatology and Skin Diseases

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7162093768

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