Education & Training

COVID restrictions left many rad tech students 'very unprepared' for workforce

New survey data indicate that addressing the effect of technologists’ missed opportunities during their training may be a yearslong effort.

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Are misconceptions about radiology deterring medical students from the specialty?

New survey results delve deeper into what students are seeing in their future careers as physicians and how diagnostic imaging fits into the picture. 

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Orthopedic trauma reads a 'significant difficulty' for radiology residents

The findings are concerning, especially considering the amount of orthopedic cases residents are involved in during call shifts, researchers caution.

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'Desktop' MRI brings physics education to the classroom

The tabletop scanner provides students with more hands-on opportunities to learn about the processes that drive the modality’s imaging capabilities.  

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Rad tech student enrollment up more than 10% in 2024

The new data mark a positive change amid years of healthcare staffing woes amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Residents' structured reports get boost from software assistance

Structured reporting templates are known to have numerous clinical benefits, but less is known about how these reports can be utilized as training tools for residents.

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Cardiothoracic surgery linked to a lack of diversity, uneven salaries: What can be done?

A brand new analysis explored diversity, equity and inclusion within the specialty of cardiovascular surgery. It also included several recommendations for leaders looking to help create change and improve patient care.

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Interventional cardiology’s first Match Day celebrated as a ‘historic achievement’

This was a moment years in the making for interventional cardiology. A total of 164 training programs participated, and 94% of applicants secured a position.