3D Skin Lesion Models Well-Received as Complement to 2D Images in Dermatology Teaching

90% of students preferred a combined 3D-model plus 2D-image approach over either alone in station-based dermatology learning. 2D images scored marginally higher for diagnostic skill (7.3/10) and clinical application (7.2/10) vs. 3D models (6.8 and 6.7). Findings are perception-b…

• Survey study of medical students using a station-based dermatology curriculum; exact sample size not reported in source, but response percentages imply a cohort of several dozen or more learners.
• Top perceived advantages of 3D models: hands-on practice (74.5% of students) and enhanced palpation skills (57.8%), aligning with kinesthetic learners in the VARK framework.
• Key limitation: outcomes are entirely student-perceived; no objective assessment of diagnostic accuracy, knowledge retention, or clinical performance was measured, and generalizability to diverse educational settings is unconfirmed.

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