Episode # 489 • 18 Oct 2024
Improving Public Awareness of Interventional Radiology
Historically, public recognition and understanding of IR has been limited, with a significant portion of patients unaware of interventional procedures and the field as a whole. How can we improve awareness of IR and minimally invasive treatment options? Dr. Mina Makary discusses this and his recent study on public perceptions of IR, with host Dr. Michael Barraza. Dr. Makary is a vascular and interventional radiologist and an Associate Professor of Radiology at The Ohio State University.
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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
03:23 - Study Methodology and Findings
08:13 - Challenges and Solutions in IR Awareness
10:23 - Impact of IR Procedures on Public Perception
15:16 - Future Research and Awareness Efforts
23:40 - Conclusions
Resources
- 2023 Paper - Public Awareness of Interventional Radiology: Population-Based Analysis of the Current State of and Pathways for Improvement
- 2019 Paper - Primary Care Provider Awareness of IR: A Single-Center Analysis
- 2024 Paper - Impact of Educational Videos on Patient Understanding of Interventional Radiology Procedures
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More about this episode
Dr. Makary states that less than half of the public believes IRs are physicians, highlighting a knowledge gap with potentially significant implications for patient care and treatment decisions. The doctors delve into possible solutions to address this issue, including educational interventions targeting both the public and healthcare providers, the potential impact of name recognition on public perception, and methods to enhance IR awareness through media and direct engagement with primary care providers. The episode also emphasizes the need for ongoing research and efforts to improve understanding and recognition of IR to ensure patients have informed medical options.
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