Benefits and Challenges of Implementation of Training for Radiologists in Public Tertiary Hospitals in Lagos State
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https://doi.org/10.60787/njgp.v22i2.229Keywords:
Radiologist training, Healthcare capacity building, Medical Education, Diagnostic imaging, Nigerian healthcare systemAbstract
Introduction: The study discusses both the benefits and challenges of training programs for radiologists in Lagos State public tertiary hospitals because of the current shortage of radiologists and their professional development requirements.
Methodology: We used a descriptive cross-sectional study on sixty radiologists, working at public tertiary hospitals in Lagos State, collecting information from structured surveys. The study compared the experiences of radiologists and trainees to identify the benefits and difficulties they experienced while undergoing training programs.
Result: The research outcomes depicted that radiologist training led to better diagnostic accuracy, alongside workflow efficiency and patient outcomes. Radiologists appreciated better advanced imaging capabilities combined with greater confidence levels during training. Adequate training was hindered by a lack of funding and staff shortages. Limited radiologist availability put pressure on existing staff resources, which caused additional setbacks to the training schedule.
Conclusion: Training programs bring tremendous value to radiologists and health delivery in Lagos State, but are beset by the issue of too few radiologists. Adhering to challenges like a lack of funding and time will enhance the benefits of these trainings
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