Factors influencing the development and implementation of radiology technologist specialist role in image interpretation in Sudan
Abstract
Introduction: This study investigates the factors influencing the development and implementation of radiology technologist specialists' role in image interpretation in Sudan, a role that has yet to be widely explored.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted by recruiting ten radiology college deans in Sudan. Data were collected via an online questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics.
Results: Half of the deans were doubtful about Sudan’s readiness to implement the role of radiology technologist specialists in image interpretation. The majority (60%) believed researchers had strongly pushed the issue over the past decade. The key factors affecting the implementation included education and training (100%), recognition (30%), technical issues (30%), people-related factors (20%), management changes (30%), government involvement (30%), costs (10%), and timings (20%).
Conclusion: The study highlights the need for a shift in image interpretation by radiographers in Sudan. Training and education are critical to this shift, along with systemic changes such as government involvement and improved recognition of the role. Future studies should focus on further assessing readiness and developing actionable strategies for implementation.
Keywords:
Radiographer, Radiologic Technologists, image interpretation, Radiology, RadiologistsReferences
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