Cross-sectional study assessed the knowledge and attitudes towards pediatric hearing loss in primary care professionals, highlighting gaps in practice.
Key Points
Majority of primary care professionals reported substantial knowledge on childhood hearing loss risk factors, indicating awareness.
90.8% of participants believed in the importance of newborn hearing screening, but only 12.5% felt confident interpreting results.
76.7% indicated inadequate preparation in addressing childhood hearing loss during their medical training, revealing significant training needs.
Preference for online continuous medical education was noted as a method to improve awareness and management of childhood hearing loss.