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Table 3 Association between uptake of various clinical experiences and timing of career decision

From: Survey of UK radiology trainees in the aftermath of ‘Modernising Medical Careers’

Experience

Effect on decision in years

Foundation trainee

Traditional trainee

Radiology Audit or Research (Including Intercalated BSc)

-0.29

-0.24

Regular Attendance at Radiology Meetings

-0.65 (0.014)

-0.51

95%CI -0.15 to -1.16

Formal Time in Radiology Department (e.g. Taster Week)

No difference

-0.48

Career Advice Specific to Radiology

-0.63 (0.009)

-0.38

95%CI -0.18 to -1.10

Undergraduate Radiology Tuition

No difference

-0.26

SSM/Elective Related to Radiology

-0.72 (0.018)

-0.20

95%CI -0.14 to -1.30

Alternative Career Plan

0.32

1.47 (<0.001)

  

95%CI 0.83 to 2.11

  1. Results provided for both those who did (Foundation Trainee) and those who did not (Traditional Trainee) complete a Foundation Program. A negative number indicates an earlier decision. If statistically significant, p-values are provided in parentheses. SSM- Special Study Module.