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ArticleJournal of medical education and curricular development

Addressing Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Awareness and Knowledge Gaps Among Lebanese Medical Professionals: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Akel Azzi, Carine Chartouni, Charlyne Sakr, Racha Ibrahim, Zeina Bou Chebel, Elie Haddad, Nabil Chehata, Jacques Choucair, Anton Pozniak, Gebrael Saliba

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Akel AzziDepartment of Infectious Diseases, Hôtel Dieu de France, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6121-1659
Carine ChartouniFaculty of Medicine, Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon.
Charlyne SakrSchool of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, Jounieh, Lebanon.
Racha IbrahimDepartment of Infectious Diseases, Hôtel Dieu de France, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Zeina Bou ChebelDepartment of Infectious Diseases, Hôtel Dieu de France, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Elie HaddadDepartment of Infectious Diseases, Hôtel Dieu de France, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Nabil ChehataDepartment of Infectious Diseases, Hôtel Dieu de France, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Jacques ChoucairDepartment of Infectious Diseases, Hôtel Dieu de France, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Anton PozniakHIV Department, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK.
Gebrael SalibaDepartment of Infectious Diseases, Hôtel Dieu de France, Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.

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objectiveIn Lebanon, HIV prevalence among key populations such as men who have sex with men is high at 12%, warranting a need for targeted healthcare efforts. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an effective prevention measure, yet global challenges persist, including limited awareness of PrEP among healthcare professionals. This study investigates PrEP awareness within the Lebanese medical community.

methodsA survey targeted 201 participants from the Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Faculty of Medicine, comprising students, residents, and physicians. Analyses, including chi-square tests, mid-

resultsSignificant disparities in PrEP awareness were noted among medical students, residents, and physicians, revealing misconceptions about its purpose, administration, and effectiveness. Positive correlations between age and awareness among medical students suggest evolving awareness during medical education. Residents exhibited higher awareness compared to physicians, emphasizing the impact of recent training. No significant correlation based on specialty was found among physicians, indicating the need for uniform PrEP education across all medical fields.

conclusionAddressing PrEP awareness gaps among medical professionals is crucial for effective HIV prevention in Lebanon, necessitating tailored educational strategies integrated into medical curricula and ongoing professional development.

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healthcare professionalsHIV preventionLebanonmedical educationpre-exposure prophylaxisPrEP awareness

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PMCPMC11664515

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