For years radiology educators have been reassuring prospects, recruits and trainees that artificial intelligence can only—and will only—assist or augment radiologists. And still a nervous concern continues to come up. 

The new survey, developed by the American College of Cardiology, included input from program directors throughout the United States. 

The virtual reality training sessions were designed to feature "the same sights, sound and sensations a surgeon would encounter during real procedures." 

Both diagnostic and interventional radiology were among specialties with 30 or more slots that filled all available positions, the NRMP reported. 

Of the residents who participated, 95% felt the education was beneficial and recommended it for future trainees.

Harvard University took the top spot in the Best Universities for Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging category, with Stanford coming in second. 

The screening, carried out with handheld ultrasound devices, can lead to quicker diagnoses and better patient care. 

The document, published in numerous journals, was designed to help trainees improve their understanding of cardiovascular computed tomography.