Ramsay D L, Weiss R, Brademas M E, Margolies R
J Am Acad Dermatol. 1986 Mar;14(3):527-31. doi: 10.1016/s0190-9622(86)70067-4.
Sexually transmitted diseases have increased in both prevalence and public concern over recent years; however, current treatment of sexually transmitted diseases remains fragmented among several specialty groups. In this study, dermatologists, who historically were the leaders in the treatment of sexually transmitted disease, were surveyed to assess their training, practice activity, and attitudes toward sexually transmitted disease. An overwhelming majority of dermatologists and training program directors stated that most sexually transmitted diseases should be treated primarily by dermatologists. Factors that restricted dermatologists' involvement in sexually transmitted diseases included inadequate public awareness of dermatology's role in treating these diseases, the limited number of direct patient visits, and limited physician referrals. This study indicates that dermatologists want to increase their role in sexually transmitted disease and favor making the public aware of their interest and ability.
近年来，性传播疾病的患病率和公众关注度均有所上升；然而，目前性传播疾病的治疗在多个专业群体中仍较为分散。在本研究中，对皮肤科医生进行了调查，他们在历史上曾是性传播疾病治疗的领军者，此次调查旨在评估他们的培训情况、执业活动以及对性传播疾病的态度。绝大多数皮肤科医生和培训项目主任表示，大多数性传播疾病应由皮肤科医生进行主要治疗。限制皮肤科医生参与性传播疾病治疗的因素包括公众对皮肤科在治疗这些疾病中作用的认识不足、直接接诊患者的数量有限以及医生转诊受限。这项研究表明，皮肤科医生希望在性传播疾病治疗中发挥更大作用，并倾向于让公众了解他们的意愿和能力。
