Rationale and Objectives
This study aimed to investigate radiologists' and radiographers' knowledge, perception,
readiness, and challenges regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration into
radiology practice.
Materials and Methods
An electronically distributed cross-sectional study was conducted among radiologists
and radiographers in the United Arab Emirates. The questionnaire captured the participants'
demographics, qualifications, professional experience, and postgraduate training.
Their knowledge, perception, organisational readiness, and challenges regarding AI
integration into radiology were examined.
Results
There was a significant lack of knowledge and appreciation of the integration of AI
into radiology practice. Organisations are stepping toward building AI implementation
strategies. The availability of appropriate training courses is the main challenge
for both radiographers and radiologists.
Conclusion
The excitement of AI implementation into radiology practise was accompanied by a lack
of knowledge and effort required to improve the user's appreciation of AI. The knowledge
gap requires collaboration between educational institutes and professional bodies
to develop structured training programs for radiologists and radiographers.
Key Words
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: October 29, 2020
Accepted:
September 16,
2020
Received in revised form:
September 13,
2020
Received:
July 20,
2020
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