Musculoskeletal radiology training in the UK: a national survey by the British Society of Skeletal Radiologists

Dalili, Danoob; Mackay, James; Robinson, Philip; Mansour, Ramy

doi:10.1016/j.crad.2021.04.005

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“…After one week, another email was sent out as a reminder and the survey was closed on 7 May 2023. In line with previous surveys, we used the free online tool “Google Forms” (Google LLC, Mountain View, CA, USA) to create the questionnaire and collect answers [ 17 , 20 , 21 ]. This poll consisted of 17 questions, of which fifteen required unique answers or multiple-choice selections, whilst two questions requested entering a free-text response.…”

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“…The importance of a constant update and training is proven by a previous study, which revealed that musculoskeletal scans account for more than 70% of all magnetic resonance examinations performed in Italy [ 15 ]. In this setting, musculoskeletal education and training during residency is essential to guarantee high-quality radiology practice and research [ 4 , 16 , 17 ].…”

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Musculoskeletal Radiology Education: A National Survey by the Italian College of Musculoskeletal Radiology

Albano,

Fusco,

Zappia

et al. 2023

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Background: Our aim was to understand how musculoskeletal training is structured in Italian residency programmes and the needs of young trainees. Methods: We sent out an online questionnaire (17 questions) to Italian Society of Radiology residents and board-certified radiologists aged up to 39 years. Results: A total of 1144 out of 4210 (27.2%) members participated in the survey; 64.7% were residents and 35.3% were board-certified radiologists. Just 26.6% of participants had dedicated rotations for musculoskeletal training during their residency, although this percentage substantially increased in replies from northern Italy. One-fourth of residents had a scheduled period of musculoskeletal ultrasound. Most participants (76.3%) had <20 h per year of musculoskeletal lessons. The majority considered their musculoskeletal education poor (57.7%) or average (21.9%). According to 84.8% of replies, no dedicated training period about interventional musculoskeletal procedures was scheduled. Further, just 12.8% of residents took active part in such interventions. Nearly all participants believed that the musculoskeletal programme during residency needs to be improved, particularly concerning practices in ultrasound (92.8%), MRI cases interpretation/reporting (78.9%), and practice in ultrasound-guided interventional procedures (64.3%). Conclusions: Despite some differences in the structure of musculoskeletal education provided by different regions, there is a shared demand for improvement in musculoskeletal training.

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Musculoskeletal Radiology Education: A National Survey by the Italian College of Musculoskeletal Radiology

Albano,

Fusco,

Zappia

et al. 2023

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Paediatric radiology training in the UK: a national trainee survey by the British Society of Paediatric Radiologists (BSPR)

Dupré,

Spruce,

Evans

et al. 2024

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Current status of MSK radiology training: an international survey by the European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiology (ESSR) Young Club

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Objectives There is wide variation between Countries in the structures of residency programmes, need for subspecialisation, and health care system organisation. This survey was aimed at gathering information regarding current musculoskeletal (MSK) educational programmes offered both in European and non-European Countries. Methods We administered an online survey to European Society of Radiology (ESR) residents and radiologists aged up to 35 years. The questionnaire was further disseminated by delegates of the ESR Radiology Trainees Forum. Survey consisted of 20 questions about the structure and organisation of MSK training programmes. Results Overall, 972 participants from 86 Countries completed the survey, with a wide heterogeneity of answers. Of them, 636 were residents (65.9%), 329 were certified radiologists (34.1%), with a mean age of 30.8 ± 3 years. Almost half of the participants had a dedicated MSK rotation/block during residency, with a duration of 3–6 months in 62.5% of cases. A dedicated period in MSK Ultrasound was present in only one-third of residency programmes; 38% of participants were expected to learn interventional MSK procedures, but only 28.2% have been actively involved in interventions during their residency. Overall, 62.7% of participants rated the quality of their MSK training as poor to average. Almost all (93.1%) thought that MSK training could be improved in their residency, especially ultrasound practice (80.7%) and MRI reporting (71.1%). Conclusions There are significant inconsistencies in the structure of MSK training offered by different Countries. Radiology trainees are showing substantial interest in MSK training, which necessitates strategic investments to standardise and enhance its quality.

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Musculoskeletal radiology training in the UK: a national survey by the British Society of Skeletal Radiologists

Cited by 3 publications

References 21 publications

Musculoskeletal Radiology Education: A National Survey by the Italian College of Musculoskeletal Radiology

Musculoskeletal Radiology Education: A National Survey by the Italian College of Musculoskeletal Radiology

Paediatric radiology training in the UK: a national trainee survey by the British Society of Paediatric Radiologists (BSPR)

Current status of MSK radiology training: an international survey by the European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiology (ESSR) Young Club

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