Turf wars in radiology: what must academic radiology do?
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In a previous article in this series, the authors called on private practice radiology groups to better support radiology research financially but also pointed out that academic radiology must make some changes as well. In this article, the authors discuss those changes in detail. They include revising the structure of the radiology residency, changing the timing of the American Board of Radiology oral examinations, requiring that all residents receive research training, and emphasizing the value of clinical and translational research. The Society of Chairmen of Academic Radiology Departments needs to assume a leadership role in implementing these changes.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR
دوره 4 9 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007