Shifted Week Resident Rotations in Neuroradiology
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Alternative work schedules can be desirable for trainees and provide more flexibility for service coverage needs. Continued evaluation is needed to ensure educational objectives are met and that the intended wellness components are fulfilled. Creativity and compromise are essential for balance among education, staffing, and personal needs. METHODS: We conducted a retrospective review (July 2022-January 2026) of a pilot Sunday-Thursday "shifted week" neuroradiology rotation. Resident perception was evaluated through pre- and postimplementation surveys and end-of-rotation evaluations. Productivity was measured using daily case volume and work relative value units. Performance outcomes included Diagnostic Radiology In-Training Examination neuroradiology scores and report turnaround times. KEY MESSAGE: Shifting a neuroradiology resident service week to a Sunday-Thursday schedule met the educational experience, staffing, and contrast coverage needs while reducing the overall call frequency for residents. Residents reported high satisfaction with the shifted rotation, with most endorsing improved educational value and stable or improved quality of life. Faculty supervision, turnaround times, and actionable result communication were maintained at levels comparable with traditional schedules.
DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a9293
Authors: Adam Robinson, Luke M. Wojdyla, Andrew Yen, Joy Liau, Dion Brown, Julie Bykowski
Language: English
Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7135027010