Trachomatous trichiasis surgeons appreciate using HEAD START for extended training during periods of low surgical activity: A preliminary study
Extended practice with HEAD START is a promising strategy for refining and maintaining surgeon skill during periods of low surgical activity. More research is needed to elicit the most beneficial components of an extended training program and to address logistical challenges.
Authors
- Belay Bayissasse
- Fisseha Admassu
- Demissie Tadesse
- Samantha E. Tulenko (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1711-0666)
- Wondu Alemayehu
- Alemayehu Sisay
Institutions
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
- Ethiopian Public Health Association (ET)
- International Trachoma Initiative (ET)
- University of Gondar (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PLoS neglected tropical diseases
- Published
- 2026-02-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0013948
- Primary Topic
- Reproductive tract infections research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00