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Effect of voice recognition on radiologist reporting time
Sasha N Bhan1, Craig L Coblentz, Geoffrey R Norman
1Department of Radiology, McMaster University Medical Centre, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. bhans@mcmaster.ca
Summary
Voice recognition (VR) slightly decreased radiologist reporting efficiency for plain radiographs, but factors like native English speaking and template use may improve speed. No significant difference was found for CT scans.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Informatics
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Radiologist reporting efficiency is crucial for timely patient care.
- Voice recognition (VR) technology offers potential for streamlining reporting workflows.
- Conventional dictation (CD) remains a common reporting method.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of voice recognition (VR) on radiologist reporting efficiency.
- To identify factors influencing reporting time when using VR.
Main Methods:
- A comparative study observed radiologists using VR versus conventional dictation (CD).
- Reporting time was measured for plain radiograph and computed tomography (CT) studies.
- Radiologist characteristics and reporting styles were correlated with reporting times.
Main Results:
- VR increased reporting time for plain radiographs by 13.4% compared to CD.
- Faster reporting with VR was associated with native English speakers, template use, headset microphones, and VR experience.
- No significant difference in reporting time was observed for CT studies between VR and CD.
Conclusions:
- Voice recognition (VR) may slightly decrease radiologist reporting efficiency for plain radiographs.
- Optimizing VR use with specific tools and user characteristics can potentially enhance efficiency.
- VR's impact on reporting efficiency may differ between imaging modalities like radiographs and CT.
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