4 Teaching Clinical Radiology by Iterative Hypothesis Testing

Hoy, R. J.

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“…Several innovative approaches to develop critical thinking in diagnostic radiology have been described. Round table discussion exercises in choosing the most appropriate imaging procedure have been recommended in the clinical years, and in the preclinical years a problemsolving model has been developed in conjunction with pathology and clinical specialists (Hoy 1985, Oldham & Jacobson 1986, Peters 1985, Pope 1986, Squire ef a1 1974).…”

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Problem‐Solving Model in Radiology for Medical Students

Blane¹,

Vydareny²,

Haken

1989

Australasian Radiology

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Current undergraduate medical education is criticized for not preparing physicians to be independent thinkers. The rapid development of new imaging techniques and the problem of escalating medical costs call for efficient patient management. The development of algorithms in imaging work-up of patient problems is an excellent example of problem solving or medical decision making. The senior elective in radiology at our institution incorporates this type of problem-solving session. Small groups (15-25 students) with faculty guidance discuss 5-6 common patient problems to develop an investigative plan in imaging. Algorithms are thus developed by the group, but not presented for memorization. Small changes are then made in the case history so that the students are forced to make new hypotheses and generate a modified algorithm. Correlative costs are included. Flexibility and initiative in development of patient management algorithms are stressed.

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confidence: 99%