We Have Much in Common: The Similar Inter-generational Work Preferences and Career Satisfaction Among Practicing Radiologists

Factors Associated with Repetitive Strain, and Strategies to Reduce Injury Among Breast-Imaging Radiologists

“…On the other hand, for nonrespondents, there is potential for worker bias because those who are no longer working or utilizing e-mail, owing to significant RSI, may have been unable to respond to this survey. Although our response rate of 28% is relatively low, it is an acceptable response rate for an e-mail-based survey, especially considering that there were no financial or other incentives for completing the survey [30][31][32][33]. In addition, the proportion of respondents exceeds that of recent e-mailbased surveys of national radiology groups, such as an 11% response rate for an e-mail-based survey of the members of the Association of University Radiologists and Society of Chairs of Academic Radiology Departments recently published in the JACR [33].…”

“…Although our response rate of 28% is relatively low, it is an acceptable response rate for an e-mail-based survey, especially considering that there were no financial or other incentives for completing the survey [30][31][32][33]. In addition, the proportion of respondents exceeds that of recent e-mailbased surveys of national radiology groups, such as an 11% response rate for an e-mail-based survey of the members of the Association of University Radiologists and Society of Chairs of Academic Radiology Departments recently published in the JACR [33]. Moreover, the proportions of patients reporting RSI symptoms and a prior RSS diagnosis were comparable to those in a previous study [20] that gave paper surveys to a single department of radiology (achieving a higher response rate of 68%).…”

Navigating Generational Differences in Radiology

“…Culture.-Currently, baby boomers likely lead or occupy many leadership positions in radiology departments owing to their seniority; they comprise approximately 47% of attending radiologists in active practice (16). Baby boomer leaders likely take great pride in their positions of authority and may question whether younger generations have the work ethic necessary to take over leadership positions and grow a practice.…”

“…Culture.-Members of Generation X make up the majority of early and midcareer radiologists and overall represent 44% of those in active practice (16). Baby boomer radiologists may perceive this generation's desire for a greater work-life balance as a sign of disengagement owing to an unwillingness to work an extra weekend of call or serve on overnight shifts as they had done during their careers.…”

“…Generation Xers also consider diversity crucial to satisfaction in the workplace environment. Hence it is important to ensure that women and men who want more flexible work hours are welcomed in the radiology workplace (16). In addition, practices will need to have clear maternity and paternity policies to accommodate this generation's desire to play a more meaningful role in the lives of their children (23).…”