Cognitive biases in dermatology training

Cutis. 2016 Jul;98(1):E12-3.

Abstract

Cognitive biases are patterns that physicians develop based on predetermined judgments that can influence their decisions regarding patient care. Unfortunately, they are usually encountered on a daily basis in clinics. A few examples include affective, anchoring, availability, confirmation, zebra, and Sutton's biases.

MeSH terms

  • Attitude of Health Personnel
  • Clinical Competence
  • Clinical Decision-Making
  • Critical Pathways / standards*
  • Dermatologists* / psychology
  • Dermatologists* / standards
  • Dermatology / education*
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Humans
  • Medical Errors* / prevention & control
  • Medical Errors* / psychology
  • Quality Improvement