Radiologists and endoscopy: a survey of the attitudes and intentions of radiologists in training.
A postal survey of senior registrars in radiology in this country was carried out to assess attitudes towards radiologists taking part in endoscopy services. One hundred and ninety-six senior registrars from 37 training centres recognised by the Royal College of Radiologists completed the questionnaire (a response of 74%). Thirty-nine per cent of respondents had some practical experience of endoscopy before commencing training in radiology. Twenty-eight per cent of respondents declared a major interest in gastrointestinal radiology. Sixty four per cent felt that radiologists should perform endoscopy (87% in the case of those with a major interest in gastrointestinal radiology). Thirty-seven per cent were interested in providing, or participating in, an endoscopy service after obtaining a consultant post. Despite this level of interest, only 18% of respondents felt that they had adequate access to endoscopy training and only 3% were aware of the training recommendations of the British Society, of Gastroenterology.
Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff.
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Etherington
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Adams
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Roberts
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D004064:Digestive System; D004503:Education, Medical, Graduate; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000193:education; D006801:Humans; D008505:Medical Staff, Hospital / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology*; D011871:Radiology / Q000193:education* / Q000639:trends; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D006113:United Kingdom