Arkoudis Nikolaos-Achilleas, Tavernaraki Kyriaki, Moschovaki-Zeiger Ornella, Balomenos Vassilis, Velonakis Georgios, Papakonstantinou Olympia, Filippiadis Dimitrios, Alexopoulou Efthymia, Kelekis Nikolaos, Spiliopoulos Stavros
Research Unit of Radiology and Medical Imaging, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece; 2nd Department of Radiology, Attikon University General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.
Imaging and Interventional Radiology Department, "Sotiria" General and Chest Diseases Hospital, Athens, Greece.
Eur J Radiol. 2025 Aug;189:112191. doi: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2025.112191. Epub 2025 May 21.
This national survey evaluates the perspectives and satisfaction of radiology residents in Greece regarding their educational program, aiming to enhance training at a national level and provide insights applicable to residency programs internationally.
MATERIALS & METHODS: A 77-question online survey was distributed to all registered radiology residents. The survey collected data on demographics and several topics, including working conditions, academic engagement, satisfaction with training, and subspecialty preferences. Responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and Spearman's correlation test.
The survey achieved a response rate of 46.3% (166/358). While 83% of respondents expressed satisfaction with their choice of radiology as a specialty, 67% weren't satisfied with their training program's overall quality. Key areas of dissatisfaction included inadequate working conditions (62%), limited access to structured curricula (45%), and insufficient academic research opportunities (95% lacked protected academic time). Subspecialty training interest in interventional radiology (IR) was rated as the most popular; 22% showed interest in pursuing it over other options. Training in classical radiology, mammography, and MRI received low satisfaction scores. Most respondents supported reforms, including using a logbook, standardizing the curriculum, establishing a more equitable examination process, and extending the residency duration.
This survey highlights the state of radiology residency programs in Greece, revealing significant challenges and opportunities for improvement. Key areas requiring attention include the development of a standardized curriculum, improving working conditions, and increasing opportunities for academic and research activities. IR emerged as a popular subspecialty interest. European-level surveys could provide significant insights and guidance.
本次全国性调查评估了希腊放射科住院医师对其教育项目的看法和满意度，旨在在国家层面加强培训，并提供适用于国际住院医师项目的见解。
向所有注册的放射科住院医师发放了一份包含77个问题的在线调查问卷。该调查收集了有关人口统计学和几个主题的数据，包括工作条件、学术参与度、培训满意度和亚专业偏好。使用描述性统计、卡方检验和斯皮尔曼相关性检验对回答进行分析。
该调查的回复率为46.3%（166/358）。虽然83%的受访者对选择放射科作为专业表示满意，但67%的人对其培训项目的整体质量不满意。不满的主要领域包括工作条件不足（62%）、获取结构化课程的机会有限（45%）以及学术研究机会不足（95%的人缺乏受保护的学术时间）。对介入放射学（IR）的亚专业培训兴趣被评为最受欢迎；22%的人表示有兴趣选择它而非其他选项。传统放射学、乳腺摄影和磁共振成像的培训满意度得分较低。大多数受访者支持改革，包括使用日志、规范课程、建立更公平的考试流程以及延长住院医师培训时间。
本次调查突出了希腊放射科住院医师培训项目的现状，揭示了重大挑战和改进机会。需要关注的关键领域包括制定标准化课程、改善工作条件以及增加学术和研究活动的机会。介入放射学成为了一个受欢迎的亚专业兴趣领域。欧洲层面的调查可能会提供重要的见解和指导。
