Radiologists today face a number of challenges: increasing image volumes, the growing complexity of studies, and physical discomfort. Luckily, our recent study gives us a clear indication of what’s needed to tackle these challenges. The magic recipe to save our radiologists? Increased focus on image quality, features that provide an efficient workflow, and improved ergonomics.
In order to explore this question further, we surveyed 223 radiologists across North America and Europe to capture an overview of their wants. The survey gave us a valuable indication of the challenges these professionals face today, while also providing a list of features and opportunities that might help overcome them in the future.
Here's what we learned and viewed as the key improvements to their reading experience.
| 91% of radiologists believe image quality is the most important display aspect that impacts reading performance |
| 77% believe efficient workflow impacts reading sessions |
| 70% say that display ergonomics are very important |
Another aspect revealed by the study is the need for improved ergonomics. The use of multiple displays – 85% of radiologists use three or more – causes increasedhead and neck movements. At the same time, eye strain remains a cause for concern.
| 87% of radiologists experience physical discomfort when reading images |
| 66% experience eye fatigue |
| 56% suffer from neck strain |
| 52% struggle with back pain |
About the author 
Christian Renaudin is Managing Partner and CEO of The MarkeTech Group. He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Lyon and is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. He has a strong knowledge of clinical cardiology and radiology, biomedical engineering in the area of 3D X-ray imaging, and marketing research techniques. For over 18 years, The MarkeTech Group has been a leader in providing global Voice-of-Customer marketing research to the healthcare, medical device and pharmaceutical industries. The MarkeTech Group is a full-service marketing research outfit and a first tier member of CASRO, with offices in Davis (California), Angers (France) and San Paolo (Brazil).