Resident Attitudes and Experiences with a Novel Radiology-based Transgender Curriculum: A Qualitative Study.
Charmi Vijapura1, Juliana Tobler1, Rifat A Wahab1
1Department of Radiology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Academic Radiology
|March 13, 2023
Summary
A new radiology curriculum improved resident awareness of transgender health needs and imaging. This education is crucial for addressing healthcare disparities and enhancing care for transgender patients.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Radiology
- Health Equity
Background:
- Transgender individuals face healthcare disparities due to limited provider knowledge.
- Radiology residents receive insufficient training in transgender medical care and imaging.
- There is a growing need for specialized education in gender-affirming care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess radiology resident attitudes and experiences with a new transgender curriculum.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a radiology-based transgender curriculum in addressing educational gaps.
- To explore resident perceptions of a curriculum focused on transgender patient care and imaging.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative approach using semi-structured interviews with 10 radiology residents.
- The curriculum comprised 4 monthly sessions on transgender patient care and imaging.
- Thematic analysis was performed on transcribed interview data.
Main Results:
- Residents perceived the curriculum as a valuable and novel educational experience.
- Key themes included impactful patient stories, expert insights, and the link to radiology.
- Participants highlighted the importance of learning about gender-affirming surgeries, anatomy, and appropriate reporting.
Conclusions:
- The developed radiology-based transgender curriculum is an effective educational tool.
- This curriculum can be adapted for various radiology residency programs.
- Implementing such training is vital for improving care for transgender patients.
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