A belief is a poor substitute for an experience. What does it mean to not only try to change the perspective but to actually be on the other side of the table becoming a patient or carer of a relative being a radiographer or a radiologist. The session aims to bring attention to the actual needs seen through other eyes and to the question and initiative addressed to radiographers and radiologists: Have you done your screening?
Chairperson's introduction
Experiences as a patient with a family member working in medical imaging
- To learn about factors which can affect experiences of undergoing radiology examinations.
- To appreciate the experiences of being a patient with a family member working in radiology.
- To understand how limited knowledge of radiology can influence patient experience.
My daughter is the patient - experiences of a radiographer
- To learn about supporting a family member as practising radiology professional.
- To appreciate the first-hand experiences of a close relative undergoing radiology.
- To understand how knowledge of radiology can influence carer experiences of healthcare.
Imaging family and friends - can medical imaging remain independent?
- To learn about a personal experience and the challenges to deal with such situations.
- To appreciate that it is not advisable or forbidden to be the attending professional for family and friends.
- To understand the impact on the team when a co-worker is diagnosed.
Panel discussion: can we prepare for situations like this or only learn how to deal with it?