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Public versus private clinical radiography training in Lagos State, Nigeria: a comparative cross-sectional survey of associations with graduate self-perceived competence and practice readiness

E O Udo
Yakubu Joel Cherima
Rumina Hassan
Ugo Enebeli
Uchenna Nwokenna
Perfection Chinyere Igwe
Ogorchukwu Richard Emordi
Justin Junior Kalu
Eziyi Iche KALU
Beauty Olamma KALU
Faith Adamma Kalu
Benjamin Uzochukwu
A N Amadi

2026Open accessFederal University of Technology Owerri

Abstract

Private centres were associated with higher self-perceived competence and readiness, better resources and feedback, while public centres offered greater patient volumes. Hybrid placements and targeted infrastructure investment are recommended to help address disparities in perceived readiness.

Research topics

Radiology practices and education
Innovations in Medical Education
Digital Radiography and Breast Imaging

Sustainable Development Goals

10Reduced Inequalities

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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-114593

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