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Mobile technology in radiology resident education
Aiham C Korbage1, Harprit S Bedi
1Department of Radiology, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts 02111, USA. akorbage@tuftsmedicalcenter.org
Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR
|May 29, 2012
Summary
Radiology residents use both print and digital resources equally. Providing tablet devices could increase their radiology study time, enhancing learning outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Radiology
- Digital Health
Background:
- Current radiology residents utilize a mix of traditional and digital learning materials.
- Understanding study habits and resource preferences is crucial for optimizing radiology education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the study habits of radiology residents.
- To assess the use of electronic versus printed radiology learning resources.
- To determine the impact of mobile device ownership on radiology study time.
Main Methods:
- A nationwide online survey was administered to radiology residents in 2011.
- The survey collected data on demographics, study habits, mobile device ownership, and resource utilization.
- Questionnaire included 12 questions assessing institutional type, training level, book funds, and resource preferences.
Main Results:
- 74% of radiology residents owned smartphones and 37% owned tablets.
- Residents spent nearly equal time studying from printed textbooks and electronic resources.
- 81% of respondents believed tablets would increase their radiology study time.
Conclusions:
- Radiology residents are early adopters of mobile technology.
- Integrating tablet devices into residency programs may enhance study time and learning.
- Electronic resources and mobile devices are integral to modern radiology education.
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