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Roger A Preston1, Robert J Comello
1School of Radiologic Technology, Reid Hospital & Health Care Services, Richmond, Indiana, USA.
Objective:
To identify and address risks threatening hospital-based radiography programs and to report conditions that contribute to their survival.
Method:
Program directors of the 201 hospital-sponsored radiography programs accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology were surveyed via questionnaire. Program demographic data are reported for comparison.
Results:
More than 90% of the survey respondents believe their programs will remain viable over the next 5 years, indicating a possible plateau in program closures. A majority of the program directors cite financial concerns as a risk factor. The study results suggest a need for additional inquiry covering inter-related groups.
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