Radiologist shortage hits Northern Ireland
Echoing an alarm sounded from U.K. neighbor Scotland last month, a radiology association in Northern Ireland is letting it be known that nearly a quarter of the region’s radiologist posts are vacant.
“We are aware of the severe shortages of qualified radiologists in Northern Ireland and the potential impact that this is having on the care of cancer patients,” the Royal College of Radiologists tells the BBC. “This issue has been exacerbated by a combination of additional factors such as inadequate training numbers and the retirement of radiologists.”
The BBC reports that it has contacted the Belfast Health Trust and is awaiting a response.
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