Explaining variation in radiologists' reporting times

• Published in: British journal of radiology Vol. 68; no. 812; p. 854
• Main Authors: Bryan, S, Weatherburn, G, Roddie, M, Keen, J, Muris, N, Buxton, M J
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England 01.08.1995
• Subjects: Humans; Medical Records; Radiology; Radiology Department, Hospital - statistics & numerical data; Regression Analysis; Time Factors; Workload

This paper describes an investigation into the reasons for variation in the time taken by senior radiologists to complete radiological reports. An observational study of the reporting process at one UK hospital was undertaken for a 25 day period. An independent health service researcher observed the...