Trainee Knowledge of Imaging Appropriateness and Safety: Results of a Series of Surveys From a Large Academic Medical Center

In order to provide high quality care to their patients and utilize imaging most judiciously, physician trainees should possess a working knowledge of appropriate use, radiation dose, and safety. Prior work has suggested knowledge gaps in similar areas. We aimed to evaluate the knowledge of imaging appropriateness, radiation dose, and MRI and contrast safety of physician trainees across a variety of specialties.

Source: Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology - November 27, 2017 Category: Radiology Authors: Thaddeus D. Hollingsworth, Richard Duszak, Arvind Vijayasarathi, Rondi B. Gelbard, Mark E. Mullins Source Type: research