Survey Research: A Primer for the Academic Radiologist
Prasad R Shankar1, Matthew S Davenport1, Sean A Woolen1
1Department of Radiology, Michigan Medicine, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109; Michigan Radiology Quality Collaborative, Department of Radiology, Michigan Medicine, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109.
Academic Radiology
|March 21, 2018
Summary
This review offers a guideline for clinical researchers, particularly radiologists, on conducting reliable survey research. It covers essential steps from questionnaire design to data analysis for patient-centered imaging outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical research methodology
- Radiology and imaging sciences
Background:
- Survey research is increasingly relevant for clinical researchers, including radiologists.
- Growing interest in patient preferences and patient-centered outcomes in medical imaging necessitates robust survey methods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive guideline for radiologists conducting survey research.
- To address key aspects of survey research, including design, sampling, administration, and analysis.
Main Methods:
- This is a review article providing guidance.
- Focuses on meticulous planning, execution, and analysis of survey-based research.
Main Results:
- Survey research requires careful planning and execution for reliable results.
- Guidance is provided on questionnaire design, sampling strategies, survey administration, and data analysis.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to methodological rigor is crucial for valid survey research in radiology.
- This guideline aims to support radiologists in effectively utilizing survey research for patient-centered outcomes.
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