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Introduction: Human sex trafficking is widespread and a nationally recognized public health crisis. Trafficked individuals and survivors often utilize the healthcare system, yet healthcare professionals cite a lack of formal training to identify and provide appropriate care. This study aims to increase obstetrics/gynecology, emergency medicine, and family medicine residents’ knowledge and confidence when caring for individuals involved in sex trafficking. Methods: Obstetrics/gynecology, emergency medicine, and family medicine residents voluntarily attended an evidence-based education session and received an electronic pre-, immediate post-, and 5-month post-session survey measuring knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and confidence. Validated survey items were adapted from previous studies. Paired t-tests (p |
