Factors influencing the choice of radiology as a specialty among clinical-year medical students in Nigeria: a multi-center cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Radiology is a cornerstone of modern healthcare delivery, yet it remains underrepresented among medical students' specialty choices in Nigeria. Understanding the factors that influence specialty preference is essential to addressing workforce shortages and improving healthcare services. We aimed to assess the level of interest in Radiology and identify factors influencing specialty choice among clinical-year medical students across Nigeria.

Methodology

A multi-center, cross-sectional study was conducted among clinical-year medical students from six Nigerian universities representing all geopolitical zones. Data were collected using a structured online questionnaire and analysed with SPSS Version 20. Associations between the duration of radiology rotation and the c

SUBMITTER: Udam NG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12539099 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature