School of Medicine :: The University of Jordan ::

Program Specifications

Higher Specialization in Diagnostic Radiology / Program Intended Learning Outcomes

1.         Apply knowledge of fundamental biomedical sciences particularly detailed anatomy and physics relevant to Radiology practice.

2.         Apply established and evolving knowledge in all aspects of clinical radiology to patient care including understanding of disease, appropriate of imaging to patients, complications and factors affecting interpretation and differential diagnosis.

3.         Utilize appropriate knowledge of protocols and technical refinements used in different imaging modalities and all aspects related to use of contrast media and radiation protection to avoid the risk of radiation on patients, workers and visitors.

4.         Suggest, plan, and execute competently the most appropriate imaging modalities for every referred patient.

5.         Analyze accurately diagnostic results and integrate information from variable sources and write competently professional radiology reports describing the imaging findings, most likely differential diagnoses, and final diagnosis and, when indicated, recommend further testing and/or management.

6.         Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, referring physicians and members of the health care team concerning imaging appropriateness, informed consent, safety issues, and results of imaging tests or procedures.

7.         Participate effectively and appropriately in an interprofessional health care team to assess, plan, provide and integrate care for individual patients or groups of patients.

8.         Develop leadership skills necessary to organize work and supervise and educate junior and paramedical staff and show a commitment to continuous professional development.

9.         Apply quality assurance and quality improvement measures in radiology.

10.       Utilize information technology to optimize patient care, life-long learning and learning of patients, house staff, students and other health professionals

11.       Evaluate medical information and its sources critically, and apply this appropriately to practice decisions, and utilize different scientific methodologies to conduct and publish scientific research studies and present the results professionally.

12.       Recognize ethical and medico-legal principles that govern decision-making in radiology practice and implement the professional ethical attitude with patients and their relatives including respect of patient's confidentiality and consent and delivery of care in an honest, considerate and compassionate manner​