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R G Evens

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PubMed2001

Results of and comments on the 2000 survey of the American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology.

RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES: The American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology (A3CR2) annually surveys radiology residency programs on issues related to training. The objective is to highlight national similarities, differences, and trends to help programs establish standards and improve residency training. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Questionnaires were mailed to 180 accredited diagnostic radiology residency training programs in the United States. The survey covered the usual general topics and more specific topics considered every 4 years; for 2000 the latter were on-call issues and the chief residency year. RESULTS: Completed surveys were returned from 63 programs (35%). Important findings included increased caseload and call commitments, especially for smaller programs. Resident salaries appear to have increased more than the consumer price index. Nonemergent after-hour coverage and teleradiology are now a large part of the resident work practice. Women continue to be underrepresented, with a trend downward. Chief residents are more involved in organizing preparation for board examinations and have greater office facilities and more administrative duties. CONCLUSION: This survey provided useful insights. All levels of residency face increased workloads. On-call hours have not changed, but the work has intensified and the use of teleradiology has increased. Many programs have adopted a "night-float" system, and nonemergent after-hours coverage should be considered in any program evaluation. Continued vigilance and sustained efforts are required to ensure that radiology is considered as a specialty by both men and women. With increased demands on attending physicians' time, chief residents may need to take on more administrative responsibilities.

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PubMed1999

Results of and comments on the 1998 survey of the American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology.

RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES: The American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology annually surveys residency programs on a variety of issues related to residency training. The survey allows for comparison between programs regarding training and follows trends on current issues. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Questionnaires were mailed to all accredited programs in the United States (188 programs). The questionnaire consisted of questions regarding general demographic information and specific topics regarding residency training. The 1998 survey focused on turf issues, teleradiology use, residency selection, and prior training. RESULTS: Completed surveys from 61 programs (32.4%) were returned. Important findings included (a) the ongoing turf battles regarding vascular and obstetric-gynecologic ultrasound, both in general hospital and emergency department patients, (b) the use of teleradiology by most residents, and (c) the low percentage of women in radiology residency programs. CONCLUSION: The information obtained during yearly surveys is useful for program evaluation and future planning. Current survey results indicate an increasing use of teleradiology in residency over the past 4 years. The turf battles in ultrasonography (both vascular and obstetric) have remained unchanged over the same time frame.

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PubMed1998

Results of the 1997 survey of the American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology.

RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES: The American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology annually surveys residency programs on a variety of issues related to residency training. The survey results allow individual programs to compare features of their programs with national averages and to gauge trends in radiology residency training. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Questionnaires were mailed to the chief residents in 180 accredited radiology residency programs in the United States. A variety of demographic and common-interest questions were asked. The 1997 survey focused on American Board of Radiology (ABR) examination preparation, residency curriculum, and socioeconomic issues relevant to graduating radiology residents. RESULTS: Completed surveys from 73 programs (41%) were returned. Areas of curriculum concern among chief residents reflected primarily current turf issues. A higher than expected percentage of residents considered their training to be inadequate in nonneurologic magnetic resonance imaging and chest, musculoskeletal, and genitourinary radiology. Job security is a major emerging concern for radiology residents who are considering careers in private practice. The practice of remembering and transcribing questions from the ABR written examination is common, and these questions are a valued resource in preparing for the diagnostic section of the written examination. Most residents attend a commercial review course before the oral examination, and the majority of programs also provide internal review courses. CONCLUSION: A higher than expected percentage of chief residents expressed concern regarding training in subspecialties of radiology that are neither areas of turf dispute nor areas where certificate of additional qualification examinations are offered. Radiology programs and residents expend substantial resources on preparation for the ABR examinations in addition to the usual 4-year curriculum. The most valued resource for the diagnostic section of the examination is almost certainly not equally available. Radiology residents are increasingly concerned about future job security.

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PubMed1997

Radiology.

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Aortic Aneurysm↗
PubMed1997

Results of the 1996 survey of the American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology.

RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES: Diagnostic radiology chief residents were surveyed on issues related to residency training to compare features and gauge trends in training. METHODS: Questionnaires were mailed to accredited programs in the United States. A variety of demographic and common-interest questions were asked. RESULTS: Forty-three percent of surveys were returned. The percentage of female residents was similar to that reported in other recent surveys; however, the percentage of women among 1st-year residents had decreased. Resident salaries had increased, although the average salary for a 4th-year resident had decreased when adjusted for inflation. Most 1st-year residents started participating in overnight hospital coverage by their 12th month of residency, and the total number of call days during residency correlated inversely with the size of the residency program. Almost half of residency programs used a night-float resident to provide after-hours coverage. CONCLUSION: The information derived from the survey should be useful for program evaluation and future planning.

Fellowships and Scholarships↗
PubMed1996

Radiology.

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Computer Communication Networks↗
PubMed1996

Results of the 1994 survey of the American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology.

RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES: Radiology chief residents are surveyed annually and the data are used to improve the training of diagnostic radiology residents. METHODS: Questionnaires were mailed to accredited programs in the United States and Canada. A variety of demographic and common-interest questions were asked. For the first time, an individual resident questionnaire also was included. RESULTS: Completed surveys from 53 programs (42%) were returned. The percentage of female residents was similar to that reported in other recent surveys. Resident salaries continued to increase. Residency selection remained highly competitive. Residents indicated that the utility of a fellowship in radiology exceeded the utility of clinical training in other fields prior to the radiology residency. Residents agreed with recommendations by the American Association of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology concerning proposed changes in the American Board of Radiology (ABR) examinations. CONCLUSION: The information derived from the surveys on resident selection, the utility of preradiology clinical training, and the ABR examination may be useful for residents, program directors, and departmental chairs.

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PubMed1995

Radiology.

Radiologists' interpretation of mammograms can differ, sometimes substantially. Advances in interventional radiology emphasize the use of stents in the treatment of vascular lesions. It is now possible to digitize any radiographic image and allow it to be stored electronically.

Humans↗
PubMed1995

Soft-copy computed radiography in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units: cost-savings analysis.

PURPOSE: To determine whether soft-copy interpretation of computed radiography (CR) in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units (ICUs) can result in a cost savings compared with screen-film radiography for the radiology department. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The actual cost of CR equipment, maintenance contracts, and the estimated cost for data storage were compared with the potential savings that could result from eliminating film, decreasing the number of librarians and lost radiographs, and improving technologists' efficiency. RESULTS: After the 1st year, net cash flow from use of soft-copy CR interpretation is projected to result in a slight savings for the radiology department but not enough to offset the capital equipment purchase price. CONCLUSION: Soft-copy CR ICU imaging will not result in a cost savings. To have a balanced net cash flow would require either more than doubling potential savings or decreasing capital equipment cost by greater than one-half. The justification for soft-copy CR needs to be judged by its effect on increasing physician efficiency and timely decisions on patient care.

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