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{"title":"Assessment of Drug-related Problems among Patients of Chronic liver Disease in a Tertiary Care Hospital.","authors":"M J S Twinkle, Rahifa Ziyad Karjal, A Anushree, Adhiti Kellarai, Bipin Shaji, Shraddha Shetty, P Ramkumar, Juno Jerold Joel","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.5","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) is a long-term condition marked by a gradual decline in liver function. Patients with CLD often experience multimorbidity and polypharmacy, which can adversely affect their health outcomes. The objective of the current study is to identify and resolve the drug-related problems associated with chronic liver disease.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This prospective observational study involved 150 patients with CLD over a six-month period. Eligible participants included individuals over 18 years old, diagnosed with CLD based on the Child-Pugh score, and currently receiving treatment. Drug-related problems (DRPs) were identified using the Pharmaceutical Care Network Europe (PCNE) classification version 9.1. Data analysis was conducted using Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests with SPSS software version 29.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 212 DRPs were identified and resolved. The most frequent type of DRP was related to treatment efficacy, with 96 instances (45.29%). Within this category, the subcategory 'effect of drug treatment not optimal' was the most common, accounting for 45 patients (21.23%). Drug interactions were identified as the leading cause of DRPs, comprising 65 cases (30.66%). Most issues were addressed at the prescriber level, with 48.11% of interventions accepted by physicians.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study provides valuable insights into identifying and managing DRPs that can negatively impact treatment outcomes in CLD patients. The findings can assist healthcare professionals in prioritizing strategies to enhance clinical results.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 6","pages":"459-468"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12110266/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144173082","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Family Functioning and Psychosocial Burden in Caregivers of Children with Sickle Cell Disease in a Tertiary Centre in North-Central Nigeria.","authors":"Mohammed Abdulkadir, M Alabi Kola, A Oyeleke Oyeronke, N Alabi Anthonia, O Ademola Christy, R Yusuf Adebayo, A Obalowu Ismaila","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.13","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.13","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a chronic genetic disorder that has significant psychosocial consequences for both patients and their families. This study aimed to investigate family functioning and the psychosocial burden experienced by caregivers of children with SCD.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This descriptive, cross-sectional study involved 170 caregivers of children with SCD, selected through systematic random sampling. Data were collected using both structured and semi-structured questionnaires. Family functioning was assessed using the Family APGAR (Adaptation, Partnership, Growth, Affectation, Resolve) while the psychosocial burden was evaluated using the Sickle Cell Disease Burden Instrument (SCDBI). Statistical analysis was performed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mean age of the participants was 34.7 years, and 83% were female. The majority of caregivers reported a high level of family functioning. However, significant psychosocial burden was observed in areas such as finances, disruption of routine family activities, and the caregivers' coping abilities. The impact on family interactions was minimal.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Most caregivers in this study demonstrated good family functioning. Although caring for a child with sickle cell disease imposed a significant psychosocial burden, the negative impact on family interactions was minimal.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 6","pages":"530-535"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12110272/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144173159","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the Challenges of Implementing Managers' Competency Assessment Center in the Health System: A Phenomenological Study.","authors":"Maryam Naghshi, Ali Janati, Samira Raoofi, Rahim Khodayari-Zarnaq","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.2","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The health system needs competent managers to ensure and improve the health of people and manage resources, if managers are chosen correctly. The Managers' Competency Assessment Center is a popular and effective method for selecting, promoting, and developing management competencies. The present study aimed to explain the challenges of implementing an Assessment center in the health sector.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The present study was conducted with a qualitative and phenomenological approach in 2023 at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. Interview data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 33 key informants including official assessors of the center, assessed managers by Assessment Centers, senior managers, and executive officers of the center for assessment of the competence of managers. then analyzed by the content analysis method through the software MAXQDA-18.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results of the present study were categorized into two main themes and nine sub-themes, which are internal challenges, including challenges related to assessed managers, assessors, competency assessment tools, assessment process, and Challenges of training courses for the development of managers and the external challenges including extra_ organizational, organizational, cultural, and political challenges.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The establishment of Assessment Centers within the health system is relatively recent. However, their implementation faces both external and internal challenges. To address this, policymakers should systematically analyze these challenges, prioritize them based on significance and feasibility, and then collaborate with other national centers and draw from international experiences.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 6","pages":"429-439"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12110268/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144173149","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Investing on strengthening health data management for better health service and outcome in Africa.","authors":"Daniel Yilma","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.1","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i6.1","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 6","pages":"427-428"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12110270/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144173231","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Retinoblastoma in Ethiopian Children: Imaging Findings and Staging.","authors":"Abebe Mekonnen Woldeyohannes, Biruk Abebe Wondimu, Daniel Hailu Kefenie, Tesfaye Kebede Legesse, Semira Abrar Issa","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.7S","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.7S","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Retinoblastoma is the most prevalent intraocular retinal malignancy in children worldwide. Accurate staging is critical for treatment planning and relies heavily on radiologic imaging and clinical findings. This study aims to evaluate imaging patterns and staging of retinoblastoma in children at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH).</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>This cross-sectional study analyzed retrospective data from TASH between September 2018 and September 2021. It focused on patients diagnosed with retinoblastoma who underwent Computed Tomography (CT) scans or Magnetic Resonant Imaging (MRI) and had pathology results available. Two radiologists, each with over 10 years of experience, independently reviewed the scans. Supplementary data were gathered from the pediatric oncology unit registry using structured questionnaires. The International Retinoblastoma Staging System (IRSS) was used to stage extraocular disease based on cross-sectional imaging and the International Intraocular Retinoblastoma Classification (IIRC) for intraocular disease classification.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Eighty-three patients were included, with 42 (50.6%) males and 41 (49.4%) females. The mean age at presentation was 3.4 ± 2 years. The most common clinical symptoms were proptosis (42 patients, 50.6%) and leukocoria (37 patients, 44.6%). Clinical staging revealed 63 (75.9%) patients in Group E, 19 (22.9%) in Group D, and 1 (1.2%) in Group C according to IIRC. Stage IV disease was predominant, with 33 (39.2%) in Stage IVA and 18 (21.4%) in Stage IVB according to IRSS.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Most patients presented with advanced retinoblastoma, particularly Stage IV. This underscores the need for community awareness of early signs and symptoms of retinoblastoma, promoting timely medical consultation.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 Spec Iss 1","pages":"39-46"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11674751/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142902824","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative Analysis of Clinical and Radiologic Staging of Cervical Cancer: A Cross-Sectional Study in Ethiopia.","authors":"Fami Zekeriya Yusuf, Tesfaye Kebede, Michael Teklehaimanot Abera, Alemayehu Bedane, Assefa Getachew, Semira Abrar","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.4S","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.4S","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Cervical cancer remains a significant challenge in developing countries, with many patients diagnosed at advanced stages. The clinical staging of cervical cancer is guided by the International Federation of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FIGO) guidelines, while computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offer valuable supplemental information. This study aimed to evaluate the initial clinical and imaging stages of cervical cancer and to assess the agreement between these staging methods.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 115 newly diagnosed cervical cancer patients at Tikur-Anbessa Specialized Hospital from September 1, 2022, to February 30, 2023. Clinical staging was performed for all patients, with CT staging for 107 and MRI staging for 34. Data were extracted from the hospital's central databases and analyzed using SPSS version 27. Descriptive and reliability analyses were conducted, with statistical significance set at a p-value of <0.05 and a 95% confidence interval.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>At diagnosis, 61 patients (53%) presented with advanced clinical stages (III-IV). CT imaging indicated advanced stages in 85 patients (73.9%), while MRI was performed on 34 patients. Agreement between clinical and CT-based staging was poor (weighted Cohen's kappa = 0.171, p = 0.016), while agreement between clinical and MRI-based staging was moderate (weighted Cohen's kappa = 0.418, p = 0.007).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Newly diagnosed cervical cancer patients exhibit a high prevalence of advanced-stage disease. There is poor agreement between clinical and CT-based cervical cancer staging, contrasted with moderate agreement between clinical and MRI-based staging.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 Spec Iss 1","pages":"17-22"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11674754/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142902815","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Accuracy of Lung Ultrasound Compared to Chest Radiography for Diagnosing Pneumonia in Children: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Leul Adane Chemeda, Daniel Zewdneh Solomon, Hanna Damtew Taddese, Henok Hailemichael","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.8S","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.8S","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Traditionally, pediatric pneumonia is diagnosed through clinical examination and chest radiography (CXR), with computed tomography (CT) reserved for complications. Lung ultrasound (LUS) has gained popularity due to its portability and absence of ionizing radiation. This study evaluates LUS's accuracy compared to CXR in diagnosing pneumonia in children.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We conducted a cross-sectional study from April to September 2023 involving 108 children aged 14 or younger admitted with pneumonia. Each child underwent LUS using a 5-zone scanning protocol, followed by CXR, with the latter interpreted independently by two consultant radiologists. Agreement between LUS and CXR for diagnosing consolidation and interstitial pneumonia patterns was assessed using Cohen's Kappa (k) with SPSS version 26.0.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Pneumonia was radiographically confirmed in 79 children (73.1%). LUS detected consolidation in 41.7% of cases, compared to 43.5% for CXR, demonstrating a sensitivity of 97.8%, specificity of 95.2%, positive predictive value (PPV) of 93.6%, and negative predictive value (NPV) of 98.4%. LUS showed higher accuracy for interstitial lung patterns (sensitivity 93.6%, specificity 97.4%). The agreement between LUS and CXR was excellent, with Cohen's Kappa values of 0.908 for consolidation and 0.863 for interstitial pneumonia. LUS also identified more pleural effusions (11.1%) compared to CXR (6.5%).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>LUS demonstrates comparable diagnostic accuracy to CXR for pneumonia, exhibiting high sensitivity and specificity for pneumonia-related features. It outperforms CXR in detecting small-volume consolidations and effusions, supporting its routine use in clinical settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 Spec Iss 1","pages":"47-52"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11674758/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142902799","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Positive Predictive Value of High-Grade Prostate Imaging and Reporting Data System V2.1 Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings for Prostate Cancer.","authors":"Abdudin Heru Mehammed, Alemayehu Bedane Worke, Ashenafi Aberra Buser, Semira Abrar Issa, Takele Menna, Tesfaye Kebede Legesse, Assefa Getachew Kebede","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.5S","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.5S","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Prostate cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality among men, second only to lung cancer. Prostate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) utilizing the Prostate Imaging and Reporting Data System (PI-RADS) v2.1 scoring system effectively stratifies patients by risk and correlates significantly with histopathological outcomes. This study aimed to assess the positive predictive value (PPV) of high-grade PI-RADS v2.1 MRI findings and their correlation with histopathological results from biopsies in patients visiting the interventional radiology unit at St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted involving patients referred to the SPHMMC interventional radiology unit with high-grade PI-RADS v2.1 MRI findings who underwent TRUS-guided prostate biopsy between January 2023 and April 2024.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among 105 patients, the PPV was 94.5% for a PI-RADS v2.1 score of 5 and 51.5% for a score of 4. These findings underscore the predictive power of high-grade PI-RADS scores, particularly for score 5 lesions, aiding clinicians in decision-making for further investigations and treatment. Significant correlations were observed between MRI characteristics-such as ill-defined margins, larger size, and extraprostatic extension- and high-grade PI-RADS scores in the peripheral zone (p<0.01).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>High-grade PI-RADS v2.1 scores exhibit strong positive predictive value for detecting prostate cancer, emphasizing the essential role of multiparametric MRI in diagnosis. Integrating multiparametric MRI findings with clinical and laboratory data can further enhance patient care and outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 Spec Iss 1","pages":"23-30"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11674756/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142902821","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The State of Radiology Research in Ethiopia: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Ashenafi Aberra Buser, Alemayehu Bedane, Kumlachew Abate Mekonen, Tesfaye Kebede, Shimels Hussien Mohammed","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.9S","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.9S","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Radiology is an essential component of modern medicine and a rapidly evolving research field. The nature and dynamic of radiology research in Ethiopia remained largely unexplored This bibliometric scoping review was done to explore the current state of radiology research in Ethiopia.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Literature search was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, and Google Scholar from inception to June 15, 2024. Study screening, review, and selection were performed using EndNote Reference Manager. The key indicators assessed include publication trends, research themes, publication utility, contribution and collaboration of individuals and institutions, and journal metrics. Statistical analysis was done using R and VOS viewer software.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Though low in volume, radiology research publication is increasing in Ethiopia, with 241 publications from 1968 to 2024, accounting for 0.03% of the global radiology research output. Top contributing institutions were Addis Ababa University, Jimma University, and St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College. The studies were largely focused on case-reports, cross-sectional studies, and diagnostic imaging. Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, artificial intelligence and trials constituted only 3% of the studies. Most publications (96.7%) were done by academic institutions. Most frequently used journals were Ethiopian Medical Journal and Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences, accounting for 29% and 15% of the total publications, respectively. Publications in Q1 journals was 12%. International collaboration was 7%, with the USA being the primary collaborator.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>To elevate the quality and impact of radiology research in Ethiopia, it is crucial to adopt contemporary and robust research methodologies, align research topics with global trends and technological advancements, and foster enhanced collaboration and productivity within the research community.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 Spec Iss 1","pages":"53-66"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11674753/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142902833","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Tracer Study of St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College Radiology Graduates: Career and Curriculum Insights.","authors":"Alemayehu Bedane, Kumlachew Abate Mekonen, Ashenafi Aberra Buser, Tesfaye Kebede, Shimels Hussien Mohammed","doi":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.3S","DOIUrl":"10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.3S","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Saint Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC) is one of Ethiopia's premier radiology training institutions. This study aimed to trace graduates of SPHMMC's radiology program and examined their career outcomes and perspectives on the training received.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study design was employed, recruiting 78 participants. Data on employment status, career outcomes, job satisfaction, and perceptions regarding the program's strengths, weaknesses, and curriculum relevance were collected through a web-based questionnaire from May 31 to June 8, 2024. SPSS version 26 was used for data processing and analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study revealed a high employment rate among SPHMMC radiology graduates, with 97% employed and 75% securing jobs within one month of graduation. Most graduates held permanent positions (86%) as radiology specialists, sub-specialists, and academicians. There was notable regional variation, with 65% working in Addis Ababa. Job satisfaction levels were 79% for radiology careers and 53% for current jobs. Satisfaction with the program overall and curriculum relevance was 69% and 96%, respectively.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>High employment rates, and career and curriculum satisfaction levels might be reflective of the high market demand for radiologists in Ethiopia and the effectiveness of SPHMMC's radiology program in preparing graduates for professional careers. The regional disparity in radiologist distribution suggests underlying systemic issues that require further investigation.</p>","PeriodicalId":12003,"journal":{"name":"Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"34 Spec Iss 1","pages":"11-16"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11674757/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142902841","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}