Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
This study delves into the distinct dimensions of knowledge, attitude and practice concerning smoking behaviour within the medical community. As healthcare providers, doctors play a pivotal role in promoting healthy lifestyles and preventing adverse health outcomes, making their perspectives on smoking of particular interest. This research aims to unravel the complexities of how doctor’s knowledge, attitudes and practices toward smoking intersect and how they might influence patient care. A comprehensive cross‐sectional survey was conducted among a diverse group of doctors across various medical specialties. The survey included questions designed to gauge their knowledge about the health risks associated with smoking, their attitudes towards patients who smoke and their personal smoking practices, if applicable. Additionally, qualitative interviews were conducted with a subset of doctors to gain deeper insights into the underlying factors shaping their attitudes and behaviours. A total of 69 faculty members and 87 P. G. students from the Medical colleges and 34 private practitioners were included in study. We found that 115 doctors were non‐smokers whereas 75 were smokers. Out of these 75 smokers, 42 doctors had quit smoking while 33 doctors were current smokers. The prevalence of smoking in them is 17.5% and 22 4% were ex‐smoker. Most of them smoke to relieve their anxiety. The prevalence of smoking is more in P.G. students and in surgeons. The finding in the present study focuses on the need for carrying out more surveys and education regarding the ill effects of smoking on UG. medical students as well as the young population and to carry out anti‐smoking programs at the national level.
How to cite this article:
Praveen Garg, Bhargav Bhaliya, Parth Jani and Nitin Maliwad. Smoking ‐Knowledge and Attitude Among Doctors and Medical Students.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.817.821
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.817.821