The Australian BreastScreen workforce: a snapshot

Moran, Sue; Warren‐Forward, Helen

doi:10.1002/j.2051-3909.2012.tb00169.x

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“…The role extension and advanced practice by radiographers in the field of mammography screening widely discussed and implemented in different health-care systems globally. [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9] In the UK, radiographer advanced practice is recognized in image interpretation for more than 40 years and over 20 years in mammography image interpretation. 1,10,11 The use of advanced practitioners in the UK greatly improved health-care services and reporting turnaround times.…”

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<p>Radiography Advanced Practice in the United Arab Emirates: The Perceptions and Readiness of Mammographers</p>

Abuzaid

Hamad

Elshami

et al. 2020

JMDH

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Introduction This study is a part of an effort to determine the challenges faced by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) radiographers towards role extension and advanced practice. It reflects the current practice and challenges facing role extension compared to international advancement. The study aimed to assess the radiographers who worked at mammography screening perception and readiness to accept role extension and advanced practice in mammography. Methods A cross-sectional descriptive study using an online survey was conducted among radiographers who practice mammography. The survey captured demographics, qualifications, professional education, future development plans, interest in role extension, and incentive to pursue the mammography profession. Results Forty-five radiographers were invited to participate in the study the response rate was 71% (n=32), 34.4 (11%) were UAE nationals with the remainder being expats. The majority were young between 25 and 45 years old (84.4%), 81.3% hold a BSc qualification. 56.3% completed a post-qualification training specialized mammography certificate. 81% of the participants showed interest in role extension after appropriate education, training, and supervision by radiologists. Conclusion This study reports on the perceptions and readiness of radiographers on advanced practice within breast-screening centers. The results show acceptance and support after proper training, clear career pathway, and licensing body recognition. The role of the radiographer in the UAE is still growing.

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<p>Radiography Advanced Practice in the United Arab Emirates: The Perceptions and Readiness of Mammographers</p>

Abuzaid

Hamad

Elshami

et al. 2020

JMDH

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“…Two studies describe how this barrier can be addressed through a collaborative approach which starts with culturally relevant community information sessions on breast health to build awareness and enthusiasm, followed by a group trip to the screening location supported and attended by PHC staff [44,76]. Unfortunately, efforts to increase the number or availability of breast screening services in the NT will be impacted by the national shortage of radiographers trained to provide mammography; a Graduate Diploma qualification that requires applicants to hold a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in health or biomedical sciences [77,78].…”

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“A Huge Gap”: Health Care Provider Perspectives on Cancer Screening for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Northern Territory

Taylor,

Dugdale,

Connors

et al. 2024

IJERPH

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Cancer is one of the leading causes of death for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Northern Territory (NT). Accessible and culturally appropriate cancer screening programs are a vital component in reducing the burden of cancer. Primary health care plays a pivotal role in facilitating the uptake of cancer screening in the NT, due to the significant challenges caused by large distances, limited resources, and cultural differences. This paper analyses health care provider perspectives and approaches to the provision of cancer screening to Aboriginal people in the NT that were collected as part of a larger study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 50 staff from 15 health services, including 8 regional, remote, and very remote primary health care (PHC) clinics, 3 hospitals, a cancer centre, and 3 cancer support services. Transcripts were thematically analysed. Cancer screening by remote and very remote PHC clinics in the NT is variable, with some staff seeing cancer screening as a “huge gap”, while others see it as lower priority compared to other conditions due to a lack of resourcing and the overwhelming burden of acute and chronic disease. Conversely, some clinics see screening as an area where they are performing well, with systematic screening, targeted programs, and high screening rates. There was a large variation in perceptions of the breast screening and cervical screening programs. However, participants universally reported that the bowel screening kit was complicated and not culturally appropriate for their Aboriginal patients, which led to low uptake. System-level improvements are required, including increased funding and resourcing for screening programs, and for PHC clinics in the NT. Being appropriately resourced would assist PHC clinics to incorporate a greater emphasis on cancer screening into adult health checks and would support PHCs to work with local communities to co-design targeted cancer screening programs and culturally relevant education activities. Addressing these issues are vital for NT PHC clinics to address the existing cancer screening gaps and achieving the Australian Government pledge to be the first nation in the world to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem by 2035. The implementation of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program in 2025 also presents an opportunity to deliver greater benefits to Aboriginal communities and reduce the cancer burden.

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“…The PMGH has imaged women for over 10 years, completing approximately 30 patients per month with an estimated annual throughput of 360 patients. 25 In comparison, a typical BSA radiographer has been reported to screen 93 women per week or approximately 5000 women per year 26 with anecdotal numbers for some Services standing at 140 per week or 6 720 per year.…”

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A review of mammographic image quality in Papua New Guinea

Pape

Spuur

Wilkinson

et al. 2021

J of Medical Radiation Sci

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Introduction To report for the first time the image quality of mammograms performed in Papua New Guinea (PNG) using the Perfect, Good, Moderate, Inadequate (PGMI) image evaluation system (IES); and to benchmark the image quality against BreastScreen Australia (BSA) National Accreditation Standards (NAS). Methods A retrospective image quality analysis of the de‐identified mammograms of 102 women imaged at the Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) was undertaken using the PGMI IES. Each craniocaudal (CC) and mediolateral oblique (MLO) image was assigned a grade and the reasons for the grade recorded. Age was recorded in years. Simple frequency analysis was undertaken and comparison with BSA NAS 2.4 was made. Results Women were aged between 25 and 74 years. There were 111 CC views and 109 MLO views. The most frequent individual grade for the CC view was G (83.8%) and for the MLO view M (72.48%); and for a routine series (four images), P and G combined (14.8%). Non‐visualisation of the IMA (28%), nipple not in profile (26%) and short length of pectoral muscle (12%) were the most cited reasons for assigning an M grade. Conclusion The reported image quality is not commensurate with that required by BSA (P and G > 50%) and while common positioning errors can be rectified through education and training, it is also important to recognise the complex challenges faced by PNG radiographers in obtaining mammographic images that extend beyond education and training and reflect the emerging nature of the modality as well as wider health, economic and other issues. This work raises the need for national standards, dedicated equipment, and radiographer education to best serve the women of PNG.

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The Australian BreastScreen workforce: a snapshot

Cited by 10 publications

References 8 publications

<p>Radiography Advanced Practice in the United Arab Emirates: The Perceptions and Readiness of Mammographers</p>

<p>Radiography Advanced Practice in the United Arab Emirates: The Perceptions and Readiness of Mammographers</p>

“A Huge Gap”: Health Care Provider Perspectives on Cancer Screening for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Northern Territory

A review of mammographic image quality in Papua New Guinea

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