The article highlights that nonphysician roles in medical imaging do not align with patient care standards, suggesting they may exacerbate workforce challenges.
At this time of workload and workforce challenges for radiology practices, an emphasis on appropriate patient care, the profession's high standards, and continued strength in advocacy are needed to create enduring solutions. A temptation for radiology to incorporate nonphysician providers into independent interpretive roles do not align with the best interests of the profession and its patients.
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Jonathan R. Medverd (2025) studied this question.
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