Reasons for Choosing Dermatology as a Career Choice Among the Dermatology Residents of the Sudan Medical Specialization Board
Mahdi Shamad, Yasir Eltahir, Elsheikh Mahgoub

TL;DR
This study explores why Sudanese dermatology residents chose their specialty, highlighting lifestyle and career factors.
Contribution
The study identifies key lifestyle and professional factors influencing dermatology career choices in Sudan.
Findings
Low stress and fewer emergency calls were top factors for choosing dermatology.
Female residents showed more interest in cosmetology compared to males.
Most residents decided on dermatology after graduation, not before.
Abstract
Background and Objectives: Understanding the factors that influence medical doctors' choice of specialty is key to achieving a balanced distribution of healthcare professionals across various medical disciplines. This study aimed to identify the factors influencing the decision to pursue dermatology as a specialty among residents enrolled in the dermatology program at the Sudan Medical Specialization Board (SMSB) (Khartoum, SDN). Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted among dermatology residents. A predesigned, self-administered questionnaire was distributed electronically to all SMSB-dermatology residents. Data were analyzed using SPSS Statistics version 24 (IBM Corp., Armonk, NY, USA). Descriptive statistics were employed to quantify categorical variables. Chi-square tests were used to compare factors influencing specialty choice. A p-value of <0.05 was…
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TopicsDental Education, Practice, Research · Diversity and Career in Medicine · Innovations in Medical Education
